Pavillon Rouge Vintage:2005 backward and brooding nose reluctantly

backward and brooding nose reluctantly gives up hints of very earthy dark pinot fruit nuanced by a distinct animale hint that merges into broad-shouldered flavors that offer excellent volume and concentration that finishes with just a hint of dryness and plenty of minerality

Terrific and worth a special search to find though be aware that this youthfully austere effort will required extended cellaring

it should still evolve for just as long

This is over 14% alcohol with no chaptalization

Pavillon Rouge Vintage:2005 backward and brooding nose reluctantlyThe 2012 Pavillon Rouge is soft, supple and open knit, with plenty of dark red cherry, cherry pit, tobacco and brambly flavors. Initially a bit brooding, the 2012 becomes more finessed with time in the glass. Sweet floral and minty notes add freshness on the finish. The tannins are silky and polished throughout. Drink this supple, forward Pavillon Rouge over the next decade or so. Antonio Galloni