2018 Krasnostop Reserva. Chateau le Grand Vostock
Krasnodar region,
Russia,
13.5% vol., 400
Grape variety: Krasnostop Zolotovskiy
The wine is deep ruby in colour. Clean and velvety nose of moderate+ intensity; with a predominance of aromas of black ripe berries (black mountain ash), black raisins, licorice, black ground pepper and pencil shavings. On the palate, the wine is dry, with moderate, well-integrated alcohol, with medium mild acidity, abundant firm drying tannins, a medium body, moderate- fruity concentration on the medium- finish. Interesting, velvety and developing nose; very tannic (drying) on the palate, lacking in harmony and length. Ready for drinking with potential for further ageing (5-6 years).
Country of purchase: Russia
Tasted on 15/07/2021