Trotte Vieille Vintage:2014 as it sits in the

as it sits in the glass the tannins become ever more apparent and patience will be an absolute necessity

Give it an hour or 2 in the decanter

The 2001 Cote Rotie La Landonne reveals a roasted espresso character along with licorice

powerful and concentrated flavors that deliver outstanding length

) Harmony and complexity will still take time

Trotte Vieille Vintage:2014 as it sits in theThe 2016 Trotte Vieille is blessed with a finely tuned bouquet of brambly red berry fruit, orange pith and light rose petal scents that unfurl with aeration. The medium bodied palate delivers supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity. Fresh and pliant, with a gorgeous, silky finish that feels very persistent. This is an utterly charming and noble Saint milion. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. Neal Martin