Giscours - 2002 (750ml) 2004 and scorched earth notes are

and scorched earth notes are subtle

It reveals the classic Lafite bouquet of red and black fruits

standoffish

The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino from Aglieta is beautiful

Giscours - 2002 (750ml) 2004 and scorched earth notes areTasted at the Chteau Giscours vertical, the 2002 Chteau Giscours is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot picked between October 1 and 15. There remains that almost Pomerol like personality on the nose, quite perfumed and floral with sage and burnt toast scents tincturing the dark berry fruit. With continued aeration, there is a just a hint of rooibos. The palate is medium bodied with fine tannin, quite ferrous in the mouth and lightly