2017 | Chene Bleu Abelard Red Blend | Vaucluse South West France Extremely soft and smooth tannins

Extremely soft and smooth tannins for Tannat lead the fruit to a soft and velvety finish

The variety has some rustic tannins that need some food

together with dried apple

I tasted through a number of new releases and also had a chance to revisit some wines from last year that showed poorly at the offices of Vilmart’s US importer

2017 | Chene Bleu Abelard Red Blend | Vaucluse South West France Extremely soft and smooth tanninsThe Ablard exhibits a deep, brilliant garnet color. Fresh and fruity, with aromas of mocha, cherry and woody note. On the palate, it opens with a sweet profile, featuring a smooth texture and a well balanced structure. The finish is rich and lengthy.