In Jadot CC vertical. From the same case as a great bottle from a few weeks ago (and a few others from before), this bottle came across as more earthy and slightly dirty vs the others. Still, good density but less precise.

In Jadot CC vertical. Enticing aromas with ripe orchard fruit and savory spice. Very good depth and an unfolding finish. Best bottle I've ever had of this wine, which excites me because it was also the 1st from a 6-pack I just cracked open.

In Jadot CC vertical. Very ripe and very mature aromas, but more enjoyable flavors with so much massive Grand Cru concentration and power. Seemed to slightly freshen up after 15-20 minutes in glass, but this never really delivered what I hoped/ expected.

In Jadot CC vertical. Corked.

Very corked.

Served blind in 1997 flight. Massive black fruit with intense concentration. Some diners thought this the WOTF, but I found it more reliant on its power, less on its complexity. Still, clearly an exciting wine for now and the future.

Served blind in Jadot 1997 flight. Incredibly elegant and wonderfully styled with charming textures. Powerful, yet seemingly weightless. So enjoyable now with upside.

Served blind in Jadot 1997 flight. Great combination of black and red cherry with an intense richness and an unfolding, elegant finish. So good now, with even further upside from here. My WOTN.

Corked.

Opened a few hours before serving, this was interesting and powerful but never fully forthcoming tonight. At times it hinted at its potential, but then seemed to retract once again. I find many 1999s still requiring more cellar time, and this bottle was a perfect example. Probably 89 points tonight, but 90-91 points for its potential.

Clearly very ripe, yet with so much concentration and dry extract that this came across as bright and compelling. My favorite of the flight.

Mostly black cherry, some plum with good richness and roasted meat hints. Good+ weight and length. Very good balance. Almost as good as the 2003 in the flight.

Poor ullage for its age ~ 8 cm, with some seepage a few years ago and serious cork integrity issues. Tasted like an ok glass of madeira.

Botrytis intensive with very good density and complexity. Lots to enjoy here, with plenty of ability to drink well for decades going forward. From 375 ml bottle.