I'm going to agree with Scamhi and Theamateurwinesnob on this - the oak is big, though not necessarily huge. That in itself is not a problem for me, but it oddly does show in a nail polish like way that is obtrusive and unpleasant. Lean and tight, with some nice minerality, it's rather angular and occasionally harsh, showing sharp citrus. Perhaps it needs time, but this bottle did not feel balanced at all.
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Pale lemon yellow. Nose: anise seed, apple; quite forward. This is almost medium body with fresh acidity. Delicious flavours of apple, anise and brioche. Great Bourgogne Blanc!
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This has improved and some of its early harder edges have mellowed. Impressive energy and concentration for a regional wine. Has benefitted from a few years in bottle.
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A private lunch (Restaurant Bak, Amsterdam, NL): Classic style, fresh for the vintage, attractive hint of reduction, gentle bitters, citrus and subtle wood, clear and straight, energetic, good length. Well put together.
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7/12/2023 - SB5784 Likes this wine: 90 Points
This continues to improve and is in a great place right now. Has balanced out as it’s gained some bottle age.
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5/28/2023 - depechemoroder wrote:
I'm going to agree with Scamhi and Theamateurwinesnob on this - the oak is big, though not necessarily huge. That in itself is not a problem for me, but it oddly does show in a nail polish like way that is obtrusive and unpleasant. Lean and tight, with some nice minerality, it's rather angular and occasionally harsh, showing sharp citrus. Perhaps it needs time, but this bottle did not feel balanced at all.
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5/17/2023 - KVM wrote:
Pale lemon yellow. Nose: anise seed, apple; quite forward. This is almost medium body with fresh acidity. Delicious flavours of apple, anise and brioche. Great Bourgogne Blanc!
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5/13/2023 - SB5784 Likes this wine: 90 Points
This has improved and some of its early harder edges have mellowed. Impressive energy and concentration for a regional wine. Has benefitted from a few years in bottle.
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4/23/2023 - Xavier Auerbach wrote: 91 Points
A private lunch (Restaurant Bak, Amsterdam, NL): Classic style, fresh for the vintage, attractive hint of reduction, gentle bitters, citrus and subtle wood, clear and straight, energetic, good length. Well put together.
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