2019 Ferran
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Full bottle 1,309 g. From Martillac. 77% Merlot, 13% Petit Verdot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes on limestone were picked 23 September – 11 October. A total of 30 days’ maceration before 12 months in oak barrels (30% new). HVE3 certification. Mid dark garnet with a pale rim. Freshly aromatic – expressive of the appellation. Sweet, fruity start and a relatively low tannin level makes this wine one for fairly early drinking. Appetising dry, impressively persistent finish. GV (JR)
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Aromas of sweet cherries and berries mingled with notions of burning embers and spices introduce the 2019 Ferran, a medium to full-bodied wine with powdery but youthfully assertive tannins.
The 2019 Ferran has retained the black plum and boysenberry nose, though it displays a little more clarity now than it showed from barrel. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, and nicely proportioned, leading to a harmonious graphite and white-pepper-tinged finish. Enjoy this over the next decade.
The 2019 Ferran is laced with savory herb, tobacco, mint, dried leaves and earthy notes, all of which add nuance to a core of dark and blackish fruits. This soft, understated 2019 is nicely done. It will drink well right out of the gate.