The basic cuvee, the 2009 Arnauton (98% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc) tastes just as good, and has even more punch with 14.5% alcohol. A sleeper of the vintage, its opaque purple hue is followed by sweet aromas of blueberries, blackberries, charcoal, incense, and graphite. Full-bodied, powerful, and layered, like its sibling, it is very impressive, and for the significant difference in price, this would be my choice. Both wines should drink well for two years. (Tasted once.) 90-92 points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate #188 (APR 2010).
Mineral and blueberry aromas. Full and velvety, with light spice and berry character. Very pretty. 88-91 points, James Suckling for The Wine Spectator, Online March 25, 2010.
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