Clos Erasmus, Laurel other_regions_italy It has a lifted nose

It has a lifted nose of mandarin and marmalade – not complex

the 2005 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is quite similar in style and personality than the straight Brunello

red cherry and sandalwood

pure and perfectly balanced finish that just seems to go on and on

A menthol note brings further interest

Clos Erasmus, Laurel other_regions_italy It has a lifted nose2020 was a challenging year that gave them a lot of work in the vineyard, but it it paid off. The 2020 Laurel feels very elegant, balanced and fresh, a little lighter perhaps, with perfectly ripe tannins, a little in line with 2016 or 2013. It might be a little unusual for the house style or perhaps a slight change, as they are gradually going for softer vinifications; you don't really need to extract in Priorat, because the wines are powerful enough