Perfect the 2009 La Mondotte boasts an inky/black/purple color as well as sumptuous notes of incense graphite licorice black cherries blackberries cedar and forest floor. It is extraordinarily thick and voluptuous with a cool climate minerality that gives the wine an uplift and freshness that is surprising in view of its massive fruit level and high extract. The tannins are abundant but sweet and well-integrated as are the acidity alcohol and wood components. An infant at present this 2009 requires 6-8 years of cellaring and should keep for three decades.

Plum pie, with hints of espresso, blueberries and orange peel on the nose. Full body, with velvety tannins and a fruity finish. Wonderful depth of fruit and balance to this young wine. Perhaps the best ever from here. Try in 2018.

Flowers, salty oceanic scents, red and black fruits, and a background note of espresso open the aromatics. On the palate, the wine is concentrated, focused, pure, and intense. Layers of sweet, ripe fruits topped with crushed rocks, stones, and spice coat your palate in the long, opulent, finish. Drink from 2023-2045.

This is grace and power delivering stunning Lapsang souchong tea and pain d'épices aromatics followed by incredibly lush yet refined blackberry steeped black currant and dark plum sauce flavors. The long velvety finish hangs perfectly with buried minerality giving just the crease for definition. Best from 2015 through 2030.