Bx Alcee 16 Castillon skus_30214362 minty and dark as night

minty and dark as night on the bouquet

marked by gentle tannins

The wine aged in a combination of small French and American barrels -- 35% new -- for eighteen months

and a mild toastiness

Bx Alcee 16 Castillon skus_30214362 minty and dark as nightThe 2016 Chateau Alcee has a deep, expressive olfaction with aromas of cherries, cinnamon, ginger, nuances of floral notes and blackberries. The attack is very velvety to silky, the middle of the mouth is ample and spherical, with a well formed flesh, embellished with greedy spicy fruits. The finish is persistent, stretched, fresh, the tannins are a touch chalky (powdery). It is enhanced by intense fruits, sweet spices, and notes of violets,