Clos Marquis

Bright ruby. Perfumed, expressive aromas of ripe blackberry and candied cherry are joined by suggestions of potpourri and an intense note of violet. Broad and sweet on entry, with weighty dark berry and ripe dark cherry flavors showing a floral quality, but turns austere, even a little bitter, on the back end. The fruit expands and deepens on the finish, which features mounting tannins and an almost thick texture for this wine. I think this needs time: try a bottle in about five or six years.