Peter Michael, L'Esprit des Pavots Size:12x750ml The 2020 Côte Rôtie Le

The 2020 Côte Rôtie Le Vialliere is more unformed and unevolved

Here the expressive and more elegant nose is compositionally similar to that of the Vergers but with even more citrus character

concentrated and powerful medium weight plus flavors possess a seductive and velvety mouth feel

tar and woodsy flavors

Consistent with the nose the middle weight and even more intensely mineral-driven flavors are restrained and chiseled while displaying first-rate persistence on the bitter chocolate-inflected finish

Peter Michael, L'Esprit des Pavots Size:12x750ml The 2020 Côte Rôtie LeA gorgeous second wine, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon L'Esprit des Pavots is succulent, racy and inviting. Dark cherry, plum, mocha, spice and new leather flesh out in this super expressive, pliant red wine from Peter Michael. Floral overtones add lift through to the finish. I would prefer to drink the 2015 over the near and medium term, as it is already quite expressive and delicious. The blend is 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc,