2019 edition. A rare bottling shared by a generous friend. Quite a distinct Chardonnay, very aromatic and less acidic than I expected given the region. More apples than citrus fruit, some saline character. Liked this a lot.
France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru
I think others liked this more than I did but I really dislike any feral or mushroom character in wines, and this had way too much brett on the nose. Acidic and sharp finish, I guess the nicest thing I can say about this is that it still tastes like wine.
A rare (Pinot vines have been pulled up) old-school Burg made by the master but I expected more from this. A rich wine whose alcohol level showed the heat of the vintage, had a cherry cola note and a little spritz on the finish. Still very primary though so I'll keep my hands off my other bottle for a while.
France, Bordeaux, Libournais, St. Émilion Grand Cru
A staunchly traditional Bordeaux with a very earthy but elegant nose, with some hints of VA. Much more structure than the 1990 and had a deeper, darker tone to it. Very good finish but unfortunately overshadowed by the Las Cases on the night.
This is going to sound churlish but finally a Las Cases that moved me. The nose showed a good balance between floral notes and earthiness, there was some hints of green according to others but I didn't pick up on it. A truly classic Bordeaux with remarkable freshness rather than the heaviness found in modern ones. A very seductive palate but with an imposing structure. Combined the best of 1982 and 1990.
France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru
A beautifully poised wine, guessed 2010 immediately on this one - perfect balance and yet immense potential. Very lifted aromatics of pretty red fruits, palate was very silky with sappy fruit without any hint of excess, just a pure driven finish. Absolutely love this vintage for the pleasure that it gives, but the wines still have a long way to go yet.
NV Charles Heidsieck Coteaux Champenois Oger Blanc
France, Champagne, Coteaux Champenois
2019 edition. A rare bottling shared by a generous friend. Quite a distinct Chardonnay, very aromatic and less acidic than I expected given the region. More apples than citrus fruit, some saline character. Liked this a lot.
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1986 Château de Laborde Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Combe aux Moines Vintages Collection
France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru
I think others liked this more than I did but I really dislike any feral or mushroom character in wines, and this had way too much brett on the nose. Acidic and sharp finish, I guess the nicest thing I can say about this is that it still tastes like wine.
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2005 Domaine Francois et Antoine Jobard Blagny 1er Cru La Pièce-sous-le-Bois Rouge
France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Blagny 1er Cru
A rare (Pinot vines have been pulled up) old-school Burg made by the master but I expected more from this. A rich wine whose alcohol level showed the heat of the vintage, had a cherry cola note and a little spritz on the finish. Still very primary though so I'll keep my hands off my other bottle for a while.
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1989 Château Magdelaine
France, Bordeaux, Libournais, St. Émilion Grand Cru
A staunchly traditional Bordeaux with a very earthy but elegant nose, with some hints of VA. Much more structure than the 1990 and had a deeper, darker tone to it. Very good finish but unfortunately overshadowed by the Las Cases on the night.
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1986 Château Léoville Las Cases
France, Bordeaux, Médoc, St. Julien
This is going to sound churlish but finally a Las Cases that moved me. The nose showed a good balance between floral notes and earthiness, there was some hints of green according to others but I didn't pick up on it. A truly classic Bordeaux with remarkable freshness rather than the heaviness found in modern ones. A very seductive palate but with an imposing structure. Combined the best of 1982 and 1990.
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2010 Louis Jadot Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos St. Jacques Domaine Louis Jadot
France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru
A beautifully poised wine, guessed 2010 immediately on this one - perfect balance and yet immense potential. Very lifted aromatics of pretty red fruits, palate was very silky with sappy fruit without any hint of excess, just a pure driven finish. Absolutely love this vintage for the pleasure that it gives, but the wines still have a long way to go yet.
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