2013 Certan De May
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A somewhat disjointed and awkward wine, the 2013 Certan de May does not seem to be fully formed. Nevertheless, it possesses a deep color along with moderately well-endowed mulberry and black cherry fruit intermixed with hints of bay leaf and underbrush, light tannin and medium body. It appears to have plenty of stuffing, but it is in need of a complete identity. It should drink well for 8-12 years.
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
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Really plump, showy fruit on the palate. Lovely floral quality too. Very fine but high levels of tannin. Just a bit light on the finish, but the concentration is convincing enough. (RH)
The 2013 Certan de May is lovely. Mid-weight, gracious, finessed and expressive, the 2013 is laced with sweet red and black cherries, smoke, dried flowers, tobacco and spices. Naturally, the structure is that of the year, but all the elements are nicely balanced just the same.