and the élevage lasted for 27 months in 85% new barrels and 15% second use

tension and stimulating salinity

On the palate it is joyfully fresh and expressive

resulting in extra concentration and richness

Lucie & Auguste Lignier, Clos Roche Vintage:2006 and the élevage lasted for(from a . 79 ha parcel of 35 to 45 year old vines located in Monts Luisants). Here too there is a mildly macerated nose but with better overall complexity as the layering is impressive and it carries over to the rich, full and very serious flavors that possess excellent mid palate concentration and focused power that is underpinned by very firm tannins that are bigger and slightly more rustic than those of the Charmes but there is also more buffering