Bx Alcee 16 Castillon skus_30214362 The wine aged in a

The wine aged in a combination of small French and American barrels -- 35% new -- for eighteen months

impressive depth and grip in the mouth

minty and dark as night on the bouquet

dense in the mouth with a composed and spicy-tinged finish that has just the right amount of salinity

open the Terrasse du Diable a good two or three hours before serving

Bx Alcee 16 Castillon skus_30214362 The wine aged in aThe 2016 Chateau Alcee has a deep, expressive olfaction with aromas of cherries, cinnamon, ginger, nuances of floral notes and blackberries. The attack is very velvety to silky, the middle of the mouth is ample and spherical, with a well formed flesh, embellished with greedy spicy fruits. The finish is persistent, stretched, fresh, the tannins are a touch chalky (powdery). It is enhanced by intense fruits, sweet spices, and notes of violets,