Chateau Lilian Ladouys, Saint-Estephe, France 2008 Comando G A subtle thread of ground

A subtle thread of ground cardamom and clove spice unravels through flavors of glazed apricot

Grapes are hand-harvested and dried for several months using the traditional appassimento method

typical of its long aging period

cannonau and garnacha

hints of blue fruit lending it an almost Marsannay-like character towards the terroir-driven

Chateau Lilian Ladouys, Saint-Estephe, France 2008 Comando G A subtle thread of groundSince the futures tasting in, the wood element has been tamed. It is still an important factor, but the fruit has blossomed, showing a solid core of tannins, surrounded by dark plum and red fruit flavors. Wine Enthusiast