Dark cherry, cherry pit and licorice dominate the Merlin 2008 Moulin-a-Vent La Rochelle, which displays considerable tannic astringency but also admirable sheer density and ample primary juiciness, its cyanic and tart fruit skin notes serving for invigoration. A deep meatiness is evident in the finish of this wine I expect will be worth following for at least 2-3 more years and that may well loosen and become more complex. A Becky Wasserman Selection, Le Serbet (various importers); fax 011-333-80-24-29-70