Malartic Lagraviere other_regions Pol Roger's 2012 Brut Blanc

Pol Roger's 2012 Brut Blanc de Blancs is terrific

The 2001 Sorì San Lorenzo is all about finesse and texture

but this is a super-impressive wine in every way

cherry pit

lErmite and Les Bessards)

Malartic Lagraviere other_regions Pol Roger's 2012 Brut BlancThe 2009 Malartic Lagravire comprises a blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot. It has a much more sumptuous bouquet compared to the 2010, rounded and sensual with black cherries, melted tar and crushed violet scents. The palate is medium bodied with supple tannin, the acidity a little lower than the 2010 and the tannins softer. There is enormous depth to this voluminous Malartic Lagravire, gentle grip with a persistent tarry