Young, young young. Good acidity but a serious uncooked sour dough flavor all the way through the palate. I like it but if I had more, I'd wait 5 years because you'll be rewarded.
This was my contribution and it worked, still going strong. The cork was a complete mess, the 1/4 top was petrified but the rest was fresh. Dark gold color. Medium plus weight. Surprise, the acid is still showing. This was showing beautifully for a 20 year old white. Who knew?
Very mature bdx. Greatly appreciated Chris bring this bottle. Pale maroon color, brown edges, mute fruit, ripe plum, tobacco, earth tones, mushrooms and moss. It's time to drink up.
Bonus - my first La La. I was not disappointed and the others agreed as this was probably the favorite of the group. Initial impression was "really, this a '97?" because there is little evidence of aging in either the appearance or palate. Looking very dark in the glass. While the wine is concentrated, it's not fruit forward. It's probably more a reflection of the complexity which is outstanding. Dark berries, saddle leather, herbs, spice, acid and something I couldn't put my finger on all working together. Excellent wine.
Frank, I won't leave you out on a tasting note island by yourself. I had the same impression of this wine as well. Color is very dark, almost a walnut. The lack of acid leads to heavy and syrupy wine. The cane sugar and maple flavors are nice but it was outclassed by the other two dessert wines. Full disclosure: I have a sweet tooth
2006 Pierre Péters Champagne Grand Cru Cuvée Speciale Blanc de Blancs Les Chetillons
France, Champagne, Champagne Grand Cru
(8/17/2014)
Young, young young. Good acidity but a serious uncooked sour dough flavor all the way through the palate. I like it but if I had more, I'd wait 5 years because you'll be rewarded.
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2004 Taittinger Champagne Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut
France, Champagne
(8/17/2014)
Terrific complexity. Touch of yeast, apple and pear, strong acid backbone. Really like this champer.
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