Peter Michael, L'Esprit des Pavots other_regions_australia The La Tour Blanche 2001

The La Tour Blanche 2001 has long been the insiders Sauternes for the vintage

spicy blackcurrant

a touch of menthol and 5-spice

It has the inner power of the old vines and the struggle of the Priorat conditions

Strong reduction completely flattens the fruit and renders an evaluation of the nose impossible

Peter Michael, L'Esprit des Pavots other_regions_australia The La Tour Blanche 2001A gorgeous second wine, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon L'Esprit des Pavots is succulent, racy and inviting. Dark cherry, plum, mocha, spice and new leather flesh out in this super expressive, pliant red wine from Peter Michael. Floral overtones add lift through to the finish. I would prefer to drink the 2015 over the near and medium term, as it is already quite expressive and delicious. The blend is 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc,