Pavillon Blanc other_regions_italy the 2017 Flor de Pingus

the 2017 Flor de Pingus was produced from very concentrated grapes with lots of tannin

Ripe and attractively fresh aromas include those of black cherry coulis

Cherry and blackberry aromas rise to the front with lingering tones of smoke

This elegance defies the vintage and resets your palate to a place of nuance and finesse that is nearly impossible to find in these 2017 releases

Pavillon Blanc other_regions_italy the 2017 Flor de PingusThe 2014 Pavillon Blanc de Chteau Margaux is just a bit anonymous on the nose, despite encouragement. The palate is sharp on the entry, very edgy and sharp, verging on sour lemon mixed with lime and peach towards the finish. This is one of the few Bordeaux dry whites that improved with aeration and I ended up giving a higher score. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. Neal Martin