Chateau Haut-Batailley, Pauillac, France 2015 Cantine del Castello Conti This ripasso has a ruby

This ripasso has a ruby red color with violet reflections

Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

black cherries

flavors of tart cherries

Chateau Haut-Batailley, Pauillac, France 2015 Cantine del Castello Conti This ripasso has a rubyA wine of class, pedigree and nuance, the 2015 Haut Batailley is superb. Beams of supporting tannin give the dark purplish flavors striking energy and cut. Graphite, smoke, violet, mint, dark cherry and plum notes continue to open up in the glass. Haut Batailley is a Pauillac with distinct Saint Julien leanings, and that is exactly what comes across here. It is also one of the overachievers of the year. The 2015 was impressive each and every time I