2018 St Joseph Cotes de Mairlant

Inky ruby. Intensely perfumed, high-pitched black raspberry, cherry and violet scents are complemented by hints of smoky bacon, vanilla and cracked pepper. Juicy and light on its feet, offering appealingly sweet red and dark berry flavors that deepen steadily through the back half. Supple, even tannins shape the persistent, spice-tinged finish, which echoes the vanilla and floral notes. 80% whole clusters.