Finca Allende, Aurus

Finca Allende, AurusThe 1996 Aurus has a rustic, leathery bouquet that is animally and feral. The palate is medium bodied with light, slightly disjointed tannins, while the fruit seems to have ebbed away towards the simple finish. Drink now. Commencing with the Allende Blanc, I was impressed by how well this ages. Predominantly Viura with a higher percentage of Malvasia in older vintages, it develops a fine waxy texture and almost dried Barsac like personality.

persistent and impeccably well-balanced finale

super-rich

Tasted in March 2023

(from Clos Chareau and Grand Clos)

currant and freshly turned earth

The cool and mineral-driven medium-bodied flavors possess excellent delineation and plenty of intensity

I was mildly surprised to find a bit of reduction in the bottled version though not enough to completely hide the otherwise ripe

more brooding and heavier

A blend of 50% Grenache

I suspect this will come around relatively quickly yet the excellent balance should permit it to age well over the medium term

muscular and powerful medium weight flavors coat the palate with sappy dry extract while exhibiting excellent length on the citrusy finale where the only reproach is a touch of warmth

menthol-scented offering