Zyme, Harlequin Vintage:2011

Zyme, Harlequin Vintage:2011This release of 4,000 bottles is an ambitious blend of (are you ready for this?) Garganega, Trebbiano Toscano, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Teroldego, Croatina, Oseleta, Sangiovese and Marzemino. Packaged in a very heavy glass bottle, the Zm 2011 Harlequin is a supersized wine that lays out blockbuster flavors, intensity and power. Sit back and let this wine take you on

fleshy pear and exotic fruits that fill the mid-palate

cassis and lovely floral hints

Like the Lavaut

It's juicy and balanced

A core of cherry sets the stage for this rich

Very fine bubbles

this possesses the most elegant and complete nose of the group with highly complex

Initially this opens with what seems to be mildly advanced aromas yet with 30 minutes of air the nose freshens to reveal cool yellow fruit

There is fine richness to the sleek and concentrated medium weight plus flavors that exude a more subtle bead of minerality on the muscular and youthfully austere finish where a touch of bitter cherry arises

An impressively complex nose offers up aromas of rose petals

remarkably fresh

This is dry Chenin Blanc at its best—ripe