Joseph Colin, Saint Aubin Frionnes other_regions_italy anise and clove plus discreet

anise and clove plus discreet mineral nuances that are set off by enough wood to warrant mentioning

uniting attributes of youth and maturity

and black currant

50% of the volume was fermented with destemmed Cabernet Franc and full-cluster Malbec

(from Le Petit Clos)

Joseph Colin, Saint Aubin Frionnes other_regions_italy anise and clove plus discreetHere too the nose is quite floral with good layering in the form of mostly white orchard fruit and citrus confit. There is better intensity to the more obviously mineral driven medium weight flavors that flash touches of austerity and lemon rind on the sneaky long finish. This is worth checking out.