2016 St Joseph Cuvee Papy

Inky ruby. Powerful, mineral-accented aromas of blackberry, cherry and violet pick up olive and vanilla nuances with air. Juicy, supple and appealingly sweet, offering intense dark fruit preserve, spicecake and floral pastille flavors that pick up a spicy quality as the wine opens up. The floral and mineral notes repeat strongly on the impressively long, seamless finish, which features harmonious tannins and a hint of candied licorice. 30% new oak.