Penultimate Vertical 3-Pack [2013,2014,2015] OWC 750mL Champagne A refined effort

A refined effort

The principal component comes from the Champoux Vineyard (in which the winery is a partner) with contributions from the Klipsun and Taptiel Vineyards

incredibly powerful Haut-Brion that has building tannins

it should drink well for 20-25 years

not to mention blackcurrants and incense

Penultimate Vertical 3-Pack [2013,2014,2015] OWC 750mL Champagne A refined effort"Although the 2015 Penultimate is the youngest wine in this tasting, it is also the most approachable because of the warmth of the year. Exotic and ripe, the 2015 has an extra kick of mid palate sweetness that makes it a total pleasure to taste today. Inky dark fruit, spice, dried herbs, crushed rocks and licorice capture the interplay of richness and savoriness that is a signature of warmer years here. The growing season had plenty of challenges,