Domaine, Henri Rebourseau other_regions_italy A 50-50 blend of Merlot

A 50-50 blend of Merlot and Sangiovese

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There is ample minerality suffusing the more powerful and appealingly textured flavors that also coat the mouth with dry extract while buffering the very firm but not hard tannic spine on the hugely long finish

long and well-balanced finale

Domaine, Henri Rebourseau other_regions_italy A 50-50 blend of MerlotHere too the nose is clearly ripe if a bit more elegant with its array of plum liqueur, earth and soft floral nuances. The finer medium bodied flavors also possess a seductive mouthfeel thanks to the abundance of sappy dry extract that buffers the very firm tannic spine supporting the lingering finale where the only nit is a hint of warmth. This is definitely ripe and quite plush but serious that is also well worth checking out.