2010 Les Asteries

This formidable wine has loads of structure, an undeniable chalky minerality, big, rich blackberry and creme de cassis fruit, with hints of spring flowers, tar and licorice. Magnificent and pure, this is a killer example of St.-Emilion that is full-bodied and capable of lasting 25-30 years. Another micro-estate with production well under 500 cases, Les Asteries has produced a 2010 made from 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc that comes from another parcel of land close to Clos Fourtet with vines nearly 70 years old.