Paul Jaboulet Aine, Hermitage Petite Chapelle other_regions_italy Jonata's 630-case 2012 El Desafio

Jonata's 630-case 2012 El Desafio de Jonata checks in as a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon

open and easy to drink

because seasoned tasters are not easily blinded by primary aromas

There is actually a bit less density to the more finely textured and tautly muscular flavors that exude a pungent minerality on the dusty

Paul Jaboulet Aine, Hermitage Petite Chapelle other_regions_italy Jonata's 630-case 2012 El DesafioTasted blind. Glowing colour. Gentle, savoury nose. Fireworks on the nose but a bit lean and reductive on the finish. Is this the Italian? Lightly bitter finish and pretty drying. Not much sweet fruit here. Marked acidity.