Bella Oaks, Le Genie other_regions_australia This is a Perrière of

This is a Perrière of relative finesse though one that should have no difficulty rewarding a decade plus of cellaring

There is a lovely sense of underlying tension to the mineral and saline-inflected flavors that culminate in a moderately austere but balanced and persistent finish

Enzo Brezza did a great job with his Bricco Saramassa in 2008

but while it's richer and more polished than the wines of yesteryear

This is lovely and should age well too

Bella Oaks, Le Genie other_regions_australia This is a Perrière ofThe 2021 Le Genie is a new entry level bottling from Bella Oaks. Spice, mocha, new leather, licorice and chocolate all build effortlessly. This juicy, open knit Cabernet Sauvignon is an absolute delight. The long, resonant finish is a thing of beauty.