the new vintage of this single vineyard Riesling is more about purity
The small addition of Riesling may be behind this bright and long finish
and gooseberry are evident on the front palate followed by a slight tropical development in the mid-palate before hitting a high note of minerality on the finish
the dry sage and dry thyme take over with a meaty component that Syrah is well known for
A great length with lots of spice follows
2017 Domaine de Grand Pré Millot wine the new vintage of thisThis 2017 Millot is a complex wine offering superb value. If I didnt know it is Leon Millot, I might call this an earthy Cabernet Franc. On the nose I find red and black cherry with a hint of vanilla, mint chocolate and light smokiness. On the palate, the barrel aging has brought a very soft texture, with flavours of blackberry, raspberry, dark chocolate, cloves, and finishing with soft tannins. This wine is at its prime at the moment and over