Ogier Crozes-Hermitage Les Paillanches 2017 sku_2125901 dialling up the intensity of

dialling up the intensity of the Laphroaig Quarter Cask and delivering even more medicinal smoke and sweet spice

The nose opens with a very intense bouquet

but only drifting past the nose

and this wine delivery with a supple and silky mouth-feel and a long lingering finish

pike 'quenelles' with with 'Nantua' sauce

Ogier Crozes-Hermitage Les Paillanches 2017 sku_2125901 dialling up the intensity ofThe 2017 Ogier Crozes Hermitage Les Paillanches is deep red in appearance. A powerful nose of black fruits (blackcurrant and cherry) accompanied by notes of violet licorice typical of the floral nose of Crozes Hermitage. The palate of this 2015 is all in power, a racy and structured wine. The concentration of this vintage masks a little the terroir in its youth but can not leave indifferent. It is much more moderately styled and offers a vibrant