Here there is enough reduction to mask the nuances of the underlying fruit so I would suggest giving this some air first

intense and impressively persistent finish

delivering superb acidity and impressive weight

Pajaro Vineyard has a beautiful mineral

coming from Alta Mesa vineyard (Santa Barbara County)

Dupont Tisserandot, Corton Rognet Vintage:2012 Here there is enough reduction(from a . 32 ha parcel). Moderate wood stops just short of fighting with the spicy and earthy aromas of black fruit, leather and game scents. There is outstanding richness to the fleshy and very generous broad shouldered flavors that also possess an abundance of dry extract that adds a sense of volume to the dusty and mouth coating finish that exhibits excellent length. This is a big but balanced effort that should reward mid to longer term cellaring.