Community Tasting Note
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Paul S wrote: 94 points
January 17, 2017 - 2002 Burgundy 1er Cru Lunch (Fragrance Teochew Restaurant): This has been a consistently superb wine over the years, and this was probably the best bottle yet. On a day dedicated to 2002 red Burgundies, it again threatened to steal the show. The nose was amazing, just unfolding out of the glass in layers of cream and apples, sweet floral notes, and a nice touch of yeast coming along behind - wonderfully expressive. The palate just took-off where the nose ended - it was superbly balanced and wonderfully elegant, but at the same time, there was also tons of quiet intensity and coiled-up energy in its pure ripe apple tones weaved with lemony cirtus flavours. A fine mousse and juicy acidity kept the wine true and pure all the way into its long finish. Strength with clarity; intensity without effort; immediately attractive yet with lots of character and substance in reserve - this was a complete Champagne. While drinking well now, I get a feel that this should keep a good bit longer than what I had initially thought, while developing more complexity all the time.
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