Leeu Passant, Dry Red Wine Size:6x750ml pear and wet stone where

pear and wet stone where the latter element continues onto the rich

it was pretty brilliant

with terrific depth at the core

At least some patience required

Lignana and Viglino families

Leeu Passant, Dry Red Wine Size:6x750ml pear and wet stone whereThe 2017 Leeu Passant Dry Red is a blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Cinsault and 18% Cabernet Franc matured for 12 months in 500 liter barrels (30% new oak). This vintage contains one third Cinsault from some vines dating back to 1900, as with previous vintages, though the drought in 2016 means that there is slightly less Cabernet Franc. It has a dense, floral bouquet of brambly red fruit infused with rose petals. The palate is medium bodied with