2008 | Bodegas Basilio Izquierdo 'B de Basilio' Tinto | Rioja Chateau Cormeil Figeac the black fruits melding seamlessly

the black fruits melding seamlessly with secondary notes of bay leaf and anis

white powdered sugar and red velvet cake dance around the core

From three plots below Volnay

The 2020 Rocca di Frassinello offers crushed red berry fruit

2008 | Bodegas Basilio Izquierdo 'B de Basilio' Tinto | Rioja Chateau Cormeil Figeac the black fruits melding seamlesslyThe B de Basilio Red 2008 displays a brilliant, purple hued ruby color. This suave, fruit encased red is brightly fragrant. Rich scents of black cherry and strawberry immediately greet you on the nose, followed by hints of clay and loam. The attack is supple, silky and juicy with additional notes of blackberry and raspberry. Fine, creamy oak tones emerge,