Chapelle D'Ausone Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2011 €100 - €250

Chapelle D'Ausone Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2011 €100 - €250The 2011 Chapelle dAusone, still holding court with firm structure, unfolds a bouquet that mingles plums, blackberries, and an intriguing whisper of graphite a token from its limestone terroir. Subtle hints of oak nestle within, a testament to its meticulous aging. On the palate, one can discern a balance; the audacity of cassis and delicate dark cherry notes dance amidst tobacco undertones in a sophisticated reel. Indeed, the nature derived restraint

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