2016 Ao Yun Shangri-La Cabernet 750ml

Ao Yun is a Chinese winery founded by LVMH, known for its single red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in Yunnan, near the Himalayan foothills and Mekong River, at elevations of 2200-2600m. The 2016 vintage is a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 4% Syrah and 2% Petit Verdot. It’s deep ruby, has lifted herbaceous aroma and plum fruit notes with subtle oak, high alcohol and balanced acidity and tannins, it will age well and will be more approachable after 2021.

• Critic tasting note: (2016 vintage) “This deep garnet colored wine is dense and perfumed on the nose, offering aromas of cassis, thyme and violet. It is bright at first sip, quickly followed by luxurious tannins that settle in quickly and back off, allowing bold acidity to reign. Lush fruit flavors of black cherry and dark plum are joined by notes of oregano, rosemary, lavender and thyme with a strong vein of minerality. Drink through 2034. Mike DeSimone” –95/100,Wine Enthusiast