Fleur Cardinale - 2005 (750ml) Size:750ml it begs to be drunk

it begs to be drunk over the next 7-8 years

This flamboyant wine tastes lighter than I would have expected for a 1997

The exceptionally light ruby/orange color is surprising given the opacity of most wines from this vintage

This is suave

The tannins are still there

Fleur Cardinale - 2005 (750ml) Size:750ml it begs to be drunkThis beautiful wine from Fleur Cardinale performed great in its youth, both from barrel as well as post bottling. A gorgeous blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon made by the Decoster family, the 2005 provides more evidence that this property is fully exploiting its tremendous potential. A few years away from reaching its plateau of maturity, its stunning nose of black cherry liqueur, cassis, licorice, earth and spice is