The 2021 Croix de Labrie presents an expressive bouquet of ripe blackberries, crushed raspberries, and violets, accented by subtle hints of graphite and spice. The palate is supple and refined, with silky tannins framing a core of fresh dark fruit. Well-integrated oak adds gentle toasty notes without overpowering the purity of the fruit. Bright acidity brings vibrancy, leading to a long, elegant finish with a touch of minerality. A poised and polished Saint-Émilion, showing finesse and balance in a challenging vintage.
Single vineyard wine from Tarrawarra in the lower Yarra. Spur pruned MV6, 777, D4V6 and G5V15 clones on sandy loam soils with north western aspect at 140m elevation.
Entirely destemmed. Cold soak and fermentation in open fermenters. Selected yeasts. Hand plunged. Large format oak. 30% new Damy Alliers French oak for 11 months on lees.
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