Calmel & Joseph, 'Les Cuvées Rares, Les Septs Puits', AOP Saint-Chinian, 2019 Turbiana benchmark example of a pure

benchmark example of a pure

lively wine with remarkable length and persistence

herbaceous note (blackcurrant leaf)

or perfect on its own too

and hints of fruit cake and cloves on the nose

Calmel & Joseph, 'Les Cuvées Rares, Les Septs Puits', AOP Saint-Chinian, 2019 Turbiana benchmark example of a pureThe 2018 is purplish red with a nose that is Mediterranean in character, fragrant with garrigue, cistus flower and thyme. It is fine and delicate, finishing on delicious black fruit notes of blackcurrant and redcurrant layered over truffle, forest floor, toasted notes and hints of vanilla. In the mouth it is taut, fresh, and well balanced, with supple, chiselled, and persistent tannins, and aromas of blackberry, cherry, and yellow plum, leading to a