The 2018 Les Perrieres de Lafleur is a blend of 49% Merlot and 51% Cabernet Franc

Not quite vital enough

This firmly structured effort will require at least a decade to reach its peak

no hard edges and a great finish

This brand new Penfolds label pays homage to Grange founder

Hospices de Nuits (Hubert Lignier), Nuits Saint Georges Les Didiers Cuvee Jacques Duret Vintage:2015 The 2018 Les Perrieres deNoticeable but not dominant wood influence frames the well layered nose of various dark berries, freshly turned earth and hints of leather and game. There is good mid palate concentration to the velvety and mouth coating flavors that terminate in an oaky and mildly warm but complex finish. This should also reward 10 to 12 years of cellaring. (89 92) 2025+