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Moderately strong wood and menthol elements frame the aromas of essence of red cherry

Ornellaia’s Sauvignon harvest took place in the last week of August in 2016

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Chapoutier, Ermitage Greffieux other_regions Readers may remark on myVivid purple. Mineral and smoke accented blackberry and blueberry on the intensely perfumed nose and in the mouth. Lush but energetic, with a peppery nuance adding bite and a sexy floral note building in the glass. Gains weight and structure with air and finishes with outstanding power and focus, on a lingering candied violet note. The most mineral driven of this year's set of Ermitage bottlings from Chapoutier, and in need of patience. Josh Raynolds