2015 CHATEAU TOUR DE BESSAN

Earthy aromas with subdued dark fruit, full bodied with firm, mid-level tannins set the stage for subtle blackberry and black cherry, black olives and pepper, dust and a prevailing acidity that draws out the little extra from the flavors and aromas. Good balance and dry texture, the finish includes a trace of oak with a pop of smoke. Paired with a rib-eye at medium rare and actually caught a trace of leather and clove.