2005 Sanctus, St. Emilion with a small percentage of

with a small percentage of whole bunches included

round and layered

5% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec

sweet jammy cherry fruit

redcurrant and a touch of pomegranate

2005 Sanctus, St. Emilion with a small percentage ofFrom a special 7. 5 acre parcel culled from the Bienfaisance vineyard, this 1,000 case cuvee is dominated by its Merlot component (the blend also includes some Cabernet Franc). As are most of St. Emilions garigiste wines, it is given a Burgundian like treatment of pre fermentation cold maceration, malolactic in barrel, aging on its lees, and little clarification, all designed to accentuate the terroir, and enhance the wines texture and perfume. The