Ch. La Couspaude (0.75 L)

An attractive wine from the Aubert family, this well-endowed, spicy, fragrant 2012 La Couspaude offers a dense ruby/purple color along with aromas of balsam wood and kirsch liqueur, rich, medium-bodied flavors, and an early appeal because of its attractive texture, purity and overall balance. It should drink nicely for a decade or more.