Darroze 1998 Martin BA 48.6% 200ml brewer-clifton The exposure gives good aeration

The exposure gives good aeration and avoids excessive sun in full summer

This complexity also adds a touch of rose petal that is very alluring

Gabe O’Brien started handcrafting small batches of wine

The domaine then favours a partial malolactic fermentation before maturing for 10 months in large casks on fine lees

Go for a saucy Osso Bucco or something equally rich

Darroze 1998 Martin BA 48.6% 200ml brewer-clifton The exposure gives good aerationGolden color with yellow tints. The nose is very fruity, complex, with flavors like ripe quince, dry fig, orange jam, spices (vanilla and cinnamon) et verbena infusion. In the palate, we feel again the fruity character. Some tannins, still young but silky, are taking along the brandy. Long in the palate.