One of the last remaining Aure wines on the shelf shows lots of toasty cigar and tobacco notes on the nose; not surprising considering the extended barrel aging (2.5 years) in 100% French oak and then the wine made here is chosen from the best barrels … palate doles out cassis, black raspberry along with gentle spice but also rugged tannins. Time will tell with this one, at the moment spice wins the day.
Price: $35.00 – Rating: *** ½