Larrivet Haut Brion Vintage:2009 The wine's perfectly integrated acidity

The wine's perfectly integrated acidity and floral lift give the finish great hang time

mineral reduction and lemon rind

exotic spices and dark fruit add to the wine's total allure and seductive power

Vina Ardanza Reserva and Gran Reserva 904

pepper and earthy scents

Larrivet Haut Brion Vintage:2009 The wine's perfectly integrated acidityThe 2009 Larrivet Haut Brion feels a little pinched on the nose, quite backward with black cherry and light black olive scents, becoming more marine like with aeration. The palate is medium bodied with supple tannin, slightly grainy in texture with brown spices sprinkled over the structured finish that feels a little bitter and rustic. Not sure how this will age. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 2009 Bordeaux tasting. Neal Martin