Faizeau Selection Vieilles Vignes - 2009 (750ml) wine_bundle A consistently over-achieving wine that

A consistently over-achieving wine that is far superior to its humble appellation (Bordeaux Supérieur)

The ground is made of a mosaic of stripped marlstones

If the 2010 finds its customary level of finesse it might merit a higher score

no-holds-barred straight bourbon whiskey

The 1990 Insignia still possesses a healthy dark ruby/purple-tinged color that is just beginning to lighten at the edge

Faizeau Selection Vieilles Vignes - 2009 (750ml) wine_bundle A consistently over-achieving wine thatCritic tasting note: (2009 vintage) "Soft, fleshy and lush, with loads of sweet black cherries and licorice, this is ready to go." 89 100, Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider