Joseph Perrier, Josephine Size:6x750ml sturdy tannins supporting the generous

sturdy tannins supporting the generous herb-laced black fruit preserves

punch and mid-palate density to the muscular flavors that are also quite firmly structured but even so there is less youthful austerity than is typical for Clos de Vougeot

Assertively perfumed aromas of dark berry preserves

I suspect one will emerge from the different lots of Les Bessards that I tasted as 2009 is certainly a year where enough wine can be culled out for the Cathelin without sacrificing the monumental quality of the regular Hermitage

Harmonious

Joseph Perrier, Josephine Size:6x750ml sturdy tannins supporting the generousThe 2008 Cuve Josphine constitutes only the ninth edition of this iconic cuve, coming after 1982, 1985, 1989, 1990, 1995, 1998, 2002 and 2004. It has a powerful aromatic intensity with white flowers, orchard fruit, mint and white pepper, while the dense, generous yet silky texture is supported by finely judged acidity.