this is earthier and much more sauvage than the Bressandes though it retains good freshness and pinot noir character

sauvage and newly turned earth hints

limber frame

The 1998 Monbousquet is medium to deep garnet-brick in color with wonderful dried mulberries

Penfolds, Superblend 802.B Cabernet Shiraz other_regions this is earthier and muchPenfolds's 2018 802. B Superblend comes across as more refined and elegant than the 802. A. It's 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Shiraz, blended just after fermentation and then aged 19 months in 54% new French oak. The oak here is more integrated and subtler, while the density of the fruit is similar, with overtones of mocha and dark chocolate added to the mix of cassis and blackberry flavors. It's medium to full bodied, silky and fine, with a long,