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2002 Helyos Banyuls.
| Vineyard: | Helyos |
| Price: | $39.99 |
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| Varietal: | Grenache |
| Style: | Dessert/Fortified |
| Region: | France |
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WINEMAKER'S NOTE
This dense ruby/purple-colored 2002 boasts an extraordinary perfume of creosote/charcoal, blackberries, blueberries, fennel, and licorice. Extremely full-bodied with rich, concentrated fruit, remarkable freshness, elegance, and finesse, and a finish that lasts for more than 60 seconds, this vibrant offering reveals neither heaviness nor oxidation - R.P.
Expert Reviews
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Robert Parker"This wine is made by the brilliant Libourne/St.-Emilion doctor and chateau owner, Dr. Alain Raynaud. This is his first venture in southern France, and the results are very impressive. This offering is personally made by Dr. Raynaud from vineyards owned by Cave de l'Abbe Rous. As of May, 2004, there is no American importer, probably because Banyuls is not a household name for most American wine consumers, which is a shame. A brilliant example of Banyuls, this 18,000 bottle cuvee was produced from...
User Tasting Note
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harryrappaportpepper smell sweet tannin carobs at end of meal with cheese
