This was stunningly good wine. It was drunk alongside a 1961 DRC Richebourg, which sadly had faded past its prime. This wine was exuberant and even seemed somewhat youthful. This is a big, rich wine. No detailed notes were taken, but I recall that the nose had beautiful dark cherry and strawberry notes, and lovely spiciness. The palate was rich, with nice fruit and a remarkably long finish.
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Tasted blind: Remarkably bright translucent ruby color; shockingly unevolved; only after 10 - 15 minutes did rich fruit and sous bois emerge, then gush forth. classically rich and powerful, just beginning to show some of that autumnal stuff I love so much. 95/96
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Burgundy, Barolo Dinner @ BRERA, Los Angeles (Officine BRERA): Archetypal, masculine chambertin. The medium plus freshness and tart red fruits made for a dazzling entry and mid palate, giving the impression that the wine could live on for decades longer. There was a good spice component, and a slight charcoal effect that did not detract, making this 50 yr. old all the more believable, memorable and age appropriate, as it finished gracefully with some power in reserve. Received the most votes for WOTN, and deserving of the crown.
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6/25/2023 - trumpet60201 Likes this wine: 97 Points
This was stunningly good wine. It was drunk alongside a 1961 DRC Richebourg, which sadly had faded past its prime. This wine was exuberant and even seemed somewhat youthful. This is a big, rich wine. No detailed notes were taken, but I recall that the nose had beautiful dark cherry and strawberry notes, and lovely spiciness. The palate was rich, with nice fruit and a remarkably long finish.
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9/12/2018 - jmoore431 wrote: 95 Points
Tasted blind: Remarkably bright translucent ruby color; shockingly unevolved; only after 10 - 15 minutes did rich fruit and sous bois emerge, then gush forth. classically rich and powerful, just beginning to show some of that autumnal stuff I love so much. 95/96
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10/20/2016 - Robert Pavlovich Likes this wine: 96 Points
Burgundy, Barolo Dinner @ BRERA, Los Angeles (Officine BRERA): Archetypal, masculine chambertin. The medium plus freshness and tart red fruits made for a dazzling entry and mid palate, giving the impression that the wine could live on for decades longer. There was a good spice component, and a slight charcoal effect that did not detract, making this 50 yr. old all the more believable, memorable and age appropriate, as it finished gracefully with some power in reserve. Received the most votes for WOTN, and deserving of the crown.
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