Paul Pillot, Saint Aubin Charmois Blanc Size:6x750ml The 2016 Shiraz Magill Estate

The 2016 Shiraz Magill Estate aged in 100% new oak (70% French and 30% American)

The palate is medium to full-bodied with gorgeous plush tannins and balancing freshness supporting the boldly spicy black fruit preserves

The 2013 Amarone della Valpolicella Monte Lodoletta is my favorite wine in the retrospective

five-spice powder and lavender pastille flavors given lift and spine by a core of juicy acidity

dead-fruit flavors and bright acidity on the finish

Paul Pillot, Saint Aubin Charmois Blanc Size:6x750ml The 2016 Shiraz Magill EstateThis too has enough sulfur on the nose to mask the underlying fruit. The rounder and slightly less mineral driven medium bodied flavors possess very good energy while offering just a bit more complexity on the lingering, balanced and refreshingly dry finale.