Peter Michael, L'Esprit des Pavots other_regions_australia licorice and graphite

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The 2018 Pinot Noir Jessie Vineyard was made with 46% whole clusters and aged 17 months in 51% new French oak

Strong reduction completely flattens the fruit and renders an evaluation of the nose impossible

(Originally published in May 2021)

Peter Michael, L'Esprit des Pavots other_regions_australia licorice and graphiteA gorgeous second wine, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon L'Esprit des Pavots is succulent, racy and inviting. Dark cherry, plum, mocha, spice and new leather flesh out in this super expressive, pliant red wine from Peter Michael. Floral overtones add lift through to the finish. I would prefer to drink the 2015 over the near and medium term, as it is already quite expressive and delicious. The blend is 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc,