Alexandrins (Nicolas Perrin), Hermitage other_regions_australia the 1999 is somewhat one-dimensional

the 1999 is somewhat one-dimensional and not likely to improve considerably from here

framed by firm

which are very rare in Bierzo

Ripe aromas of apple and pear compote possess more prominent floral nuances along with hints of wood toast and just sliced fennel

A much more elegant nose displays cool and ultra-fresh aromas of both red and dark pinot fruit that is trimmed in much more subtle oak nuances

Alexandrins (Nicolas Perrin), Hermitage other_regions_australia the 1999 is somewhat one-dimensionalVery sleek, with wonderfully pure damson plum, blackberry and black currant fruit stitched with singed fennel seed, alder and black tea notes. Not as dense as the best, but with nice cut and persistence. Drink now through 2022. 300 cases imported. JM