Numanthia Vintage:2004 More moderate wood influence more

More moderate wood influence more easily allows the pretty if reticent nose of various dark berries

100% chardonnay with stainless steel vinification

so this should improve as they work and understand the vineyard better

it’s not at the same level as the best of these grands crus

Numanthia Vintage:2004 More moderate wood influence moreDark violet. Spicy dark berry aromas are complicated by orange peel, cinnamon and clove. Medium bodied black raspberry and cassis flavors are given an exotic accent by Asian spices and violet pastille. The silky tannins are almost overwhelmed by the wine's spicy fruit. Finishes brisk and long, with an echo of cracked pepper. Josh Raynolds