Bond Pluribus 2010

Bond Pluribus 2010The 2010 Pluribus reveals classic notes of blueberry and mulberry fruit intermixed with hints of violets, incense and licorice. The striking aromatics are followed by a full bodied, dense, supple textured, multidimensional wine that should drink well for 25 30 years.

spice and earth scents that are trimmed in just enough wood to notice

Moderate but not really invasive wood serves as a backdrop for the mix of various dark berry fruit elements where additional breadth is present in the form of earth

all wrapped in a wonderfully long

The color is an opaque purple

The 2010 Pluribus reveals classic notes of blueberry and mulberry fruit intermixed with hints of violets

and cassis scents that seem so easy to obtain with this varietal in California

who also runs the show at Château Latour

deep black raspberry and blackcurrant fruit

precise and beautifully intense medium-bodied flavors that possess a refreshing salinity on the understated

spice and a whiff of lavender

A more deeply pitched nose displays a well-layered mix of both red and black pinot fruit along with notes of spice

200 cases) reveals a chocolaty espresso roast note with mocha