Le Dauphin d'Olivier, Pessac-Leognan, France 2015 Montepulciano It fermented in concrete and

It fermented in concrete and matured in oak barrels (90% of them third use and the rest new and larger

A nice interplay between subtle oak spices and generous

Lots of blackcurrants and spices with some dried flowers follow through to a medium body with firm

Closer in style to the Tripp's Block Pinot Noir

balanced and fruity (fresh apricot

Le Dauphin d'Olivier, Pessac-Leognan, France 2015 Montepulciano It fermented in concrete andThis is the 2nd wine of Chteau Olivier one of Bordeaux oldest Chteaux. It is born on the same vineyard, raised and vinified by Chateau Oliviers team. Le Dauphin dOlivier is reminiscent of its older sibling by its balance and finesse, typical of Bordeauxs grand vins. The 2015 is an excellent forward drinking vintage and this wine typifies that style and is utterly delicious now. In your glass, it is ruby red leading to a nose that is initially smoked