Manoir Gay Size:12x750ml intense and mineral-inflected large-scaled flavors

intense and mineral-inflected large-scaled flavors evidence obvious muscularity as well as excellent length on the very firmly structured and youthfully austere finish

rounded tannins and just enough freshness

earth and a hint of cassis

again somewhat surprisingly

white flower and tidal pool hints that are also trimmed in enough wood and menthol characters to warrant noting them

Manoir Gay Size:12x750ml intense and mineral-inflected large-scaled flavorsStill a bit tight, with a strong graphite layer holding the core of plum, fig and blackberry at bay for now. Dark licorice root, espresso and ganache flavors drive the finish, which has a muscular and still chewy edge. Cellar short term. Best from 2014 through 2022. JM