Clos Fourtet Vintage:2005 It's truly a stunning example

It's truly a stunning example of old vine Grenache

The palate is fresh on the entry with slightly coarse tannin

detailed and mineral-driven middle weight plus flavors possess fine mid-palate density while the beautifully detailed and persistent if youthfully austere finish is supported by very firm but fine tannins

warm bouquet with chestnut and smoke-tinged red fruit

Clos Fourtet Vintage:2005 It's truly a stunning exampleThe 2015 Clos Fourtet has a sensual, warm bouquet with chestnut and smoke tinged red fruit, well defined and more understated than its peers. The palate is medium bodied with fine tannin, elegant and refined, silky and smooth in texture with beautifully poised red cherry and cranberry notes toward the finish. A tang of tobacco lingers on the aftertaste. Stunning. Tasted blind at the Southwold 2015 Bordeaux tasting. Neal Martin