Coursodon, Saint-Joseph Paradis Saint Pierre other_regions_italy Discreet but not invisible wood

Discreet but not invisible wood is present on the overtly floral-suffused nose that displays background hints of lemon rind and a phenolic character (think olive oil nuances)

Immensely sweet and rich

and the wine was matured for 18 months in 45% new French oak

with a hint of black pepper in the cherry centric

Coursodon, Saint-Joseph Paradis Saint Pierre other_regions_italy Discreet but not invisible woodVery juicy, almost sappy, with dark berry and plum fruit laced with mouthwatering mesquite and iron notes, followed by a long, fleshy finish. Shows impressive depth for the vintage. Not imported into the U. S. Drink now through 2011. 290 cases made. JM