4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Ripe red and black fruit, spices and oak. PnP it wasn't super aromatic, but good balance. Tannins have softened, and except for a touch of heat on the nose, quite enjoyable.

Medium ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of blackberry, ripe strawberry, red cherry, plum, all spice, clove, cigar box, dried herbs.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, medium (+) acidity, medium (+) tannin, long finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Subtle, elegant, great texture and slightly creamy mouthfeel. Mineral driven, orchard fruit and some salinity. Great food wine, but also nice to sip by itself. Very enjoyable.

Medium gold colour.

Pronounced aromas of lemon tart, lemon confit, apple, pear, citrus pith, sea foam, wet stone, crushed oyster shell, white flowers.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, high acidity, long finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Fruit forward. Ripe red and black fruit, a hint of floral and oak. A touch of heat on the nose, but otherwise very easy to drink. Drink now.

Medium ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of ripe blackberry, plum, ripe blueberry, violet, leather, cedar, clove, vanilla.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) rustic tannins, medium (+) acidity, medium (+) finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Red and black fruit, floral and perfumed. Tannins are quite prominent PnP but soften nicely after a 2 hour decant. Unfortunately you can tell this vintage has less power and the intensity was noticeably lower after a decant. Very enjoyable now, but only time will tell if it has the intensity to continue to age.

Deep garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of lavender, violet, strawberry, blackberry, cassis, anise, cinnamon, cedar, graphite, cigar box.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) tannin, high acidity, long finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Orchard fruit, minerality and pastry. High acidity but not piercing.

Light gold colour.

Pronounced aromas of yellow apple, pear, lemon, apple strudel, brioche, hazelnut, wet stone, beeswax, white flowers.

Pronounced palate.

Light body, medium (+) acidity, delicate mouse, long finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Deep garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of dried black cherry, dried strawberry, black berry, black currant, cigar box, cinnamon, nutmeg, leather, dark chocolate, a hint of forest floor, licorice, dried sage.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) acidity, medium (+) tannin, long finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

At this young age, it still needs quite a bit of air. Started to open up atfter 2 hours. Black fruit, licorice, spices, a hint of pyrazines. Very nice wine, but better value elsewhere.

Deep ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of black berry, black currant, cinnamon, nutmeg, cedar, dark chocolate, licorice, lavender, dried herbs, green pepper, pine sap.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, high tannin, high acidity, medium (+) finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Medium ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of red cherry, ripe strawberry, cranberry, cedar, herbal.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) tannin, high acidity, medium (+) finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

A little muted on the nose, even with some air. Orchard fruit, peaches, minerality and some toast. Is this going through a closed phase? Or would it have been better to drink younger? Regardless, very nice for the price.

Medium gold colour.

Medium (+) intensity aromas of peach, pear, yellow apple, citrus pith, lemon zest, white blossoms, peach cobbler, honey, wet stone.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (-) body, medium (+) acidity, creamy mouse, medium (+) finish.

4/28/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

92+

Very earthy. After an hour of air the fruit starts to poke through, but still dominated by earth and spices. Bright acidity, supple tannins and a long finish. Enjoyable right now, especially with food, but definitely one for the cellar.

Light ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of smoke, struck match, barnyard, black tea, dark cherry, cranberry, strawberry, clove, all spice, peat moss, lavender.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, high acidity, low tannin, long finish.

4/3/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Decanted for 2 hours. A bit closed on the nose, but a very expressive palate. Plush dark fruit, soft spices, eucalyptus and some minerality. The oak is evident, but not overblown which should hopefully soften with age. No surprise this is still quite young, but I couldn't resist opening one. Would wait at least 5+ years to open another.

Deep ruby colour.

Pronounce aromas crushed blackberry, blackcurrant, ripe strawberry, dark plum, cedar, vanilla, milk chocolate, cinnamon, graphite, crushed gravel, mint, eucalyptus.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, high tannin, high acidity, long finish.

4/3/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Very unique desert wine. Great complexity of floral, oranges, golden raisins, orchard fruit, honey and ginger. Great balance between the sweetness and acidity; not cloying.

Medium amber colour.

Pronounced aromas of marmalade, golden raisins, tangerine, grilled pineapple, ripe apricot, peaches, wild honey, candied ginger, caramelized sugar, bergamot.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) acidity, long finish.

4/3/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Feeling a bit closed at the moment. Decanted for 2 hours, which helped. Bright racy acidity with a slightly rich texture. Orchard fruit, citrus, florals and a bit of spice.

Medium gold colour.

Pronounced aromas of peach, melon, pear, passion fruit, gooseberry, nutmeg, lemon curd, fresh lemon, citrus zest, jasmine, wet stone.

Pronouned palate.

Medium (+) body, high acidity, long finish.

4/3/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Easy drinking and fruit forward with hints of oak. Good structure, with resolved medium tannins and a hint of perceived sweetness. Drink now.

Deep purple colour.

Medium (+) intensity aromas of ripe blackberry, plum, black cherry, smoke, milk chocolate, licorice, tobacco, herbal.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) acidity, medium tannin, medium finish.

3/25/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

I would give at least 2 hours for the rustic tannins to soften. The partial appasimento is quite evident with ripe red and black fruit, cedar, tobacco and spice.

Medium garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of cranberry, ripe red cherry, plum, black berry, ripe raspberry, dried tobacco, cedar, cinnamon, tomato leaf, pine needles.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, medium (+) acidity, high tannin, long finish.

3/25/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Still very primary, with very little development. Needed some air to temper the acidity and for everything to come together. PnP felt a bit disjoint. Red fruit, a bit of ripeness but not overboard, cola, spice and dried herbs. I'd give this a few more years before opening another.

Light ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of cranberry, ripe red cherry, strawberry, cola, all spice, vanilla, a hint of smoke, mint, dried herbs.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, high acidity, medium (-) tannin, long finish.

3/18/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Still just a baby, but the potential is evident. Red fruit, floral, spices and mocha. Great tension and balance but needs more time to integrate.

Light ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of cranberry, ripe strawberry, red cherry, violet, cream, all spice, cedar, mocha and black tea.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) acidity, medium tannins, long finish.

11/6/2022 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Very nicely balanced wine, with crisp acidity and sleek tannins. Incredibly easy to drink.

Pronounced aromas of cranberry, spice, rose, tobacco leaves and mocha.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, medium (+) acidity, medium tannins, medium (+) finish.

3/17/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Pop and pour. Intense spice on the nose, followed by ripe orchard fruit, citrus pith, minerality and salinity. Generous mouthfeel, with balanced acidity and a superb finish. Definitely needs some time to open up, and continued to improve over 2 hours. Very good.

Medium gold colour.

Pronounced aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, baked apple, apple crisp, ripe pear, toasted almonds, yellow apple peel, vanilla, lemon confit, wet stone, crushed oyster shells, sea foam.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, high acidity, long finish.

3/17/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Deep gold colour.

Pronounced aromas of marmalade, candied orange, ripe apricot, ripe peach, lemon confit, citrus pith, ginger, nutmeg, toasted hazelnuts, dried flowers, honey.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, high acidity, long finish.

3/17/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Drank over a couple of hours. There are elements that are quite enjoyable, but it is austere and has an overwhelming bitterness that is akin to eating a bowl of grapefruit pith.

Medium lemon colour.

Medium (+) intensity aromas of ripe apple, lemon rind, grapefruit pith, toasted hazelnuts, limestone.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, high acidity, medium (+) finish.

3/17/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Decanted for 3 hours. Very approachable at this stage, but still quite primary. The tannins have softened but are still prominent. Dark berries, spice, graphite and a hint of mushroom.

Deep ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of cassis, blackberry, black cherry, cinnamon, nutmeg, licorice, graphite, cedar, tobacco, mint, lavender, a hint of mushroom.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, high acidity, high tannin, long finish.

3/17/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Even at 10 years old it still needs some air to open up, give it at least 2 hours. Citrus, mineral, a touch of floral and toasted nuts. A ton of acidity, but softened, not searing. Quite a subtle, elegant wine, typical of aged Semillon. Very delicious.

Medium lemon-green colour.

Medium (+) intensity aromas of green apple, lime juice, lemon zest, beeswax, seashells, sea foam, lavender, toasted hazelnuts, lemon curd.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (-) body, high acidity, medium (+) finish.

3/9/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Nice entry level burgundy, but better value elsewhere.

Light gold colour.

Medium (+) intensity aromas of apple, citrus pith, roasted hazelnuts, a hint of toast, lemon zest, sea shells.

Medium (+) intensity palate.

Medium body, high acidity, medium (+) finish.

3/9/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Medium garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of dried cherries, cranberries, black berries, leather, wet dirt, dried flowers.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) tannin, high acidity, long finish.

3/9/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Half bottle, 2 hour decant.

Dried red fruit, forest floor, spices and sanguine. Good concentration, and balance. Still a lot of longevity, but maturing faster than the 10 I recently tried. Felt a bit disjoint, was this due to the half bottle, bottle variation, or weaker vintage?

Medium garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of dried red cherries, cranberries, plums, mushroom, forest floor, dried tobacco leaf, cinnamon, sanguine, wet dirt.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) tannin, high acidity, long finish.

3/9/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

2 hour decant.

Dried and fresh red fruit, tobacco, spices and vanilla. Smooth and plush with integrated tannins. A touch of VA on the nose. Drinking very nice right now but has years ahead.

Medium garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of dried cherries, dried cranberries, blood orange, tobacco, sweet spices, cinnamon, vanilla, leather, dried herbs.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) tannins, high acidity, long finish.

3/9/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Deep purple colour.

Pronounced aromas of ripe blackberry, ripe black plum, all spice, clove, spruce boughs, cedar, vanilla.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, high tannin, medium (+) acidity, long finish.

3/9/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Deep ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of dried cranberry, blackberry, black cherry, cinnamon, cedar, dried violet, a hint of forest floor,

Pronounced palate.

Full body, high tannin, medium (+) acidity, long finish.

3/9/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Black and red fruit, earthy and spices. Quite herbaceous. Feels quite young, but drinking very well after a bit of air. Decanted for 2 hours and drank over another 2, it just kept getting better. This should continue to get better with some more age.

Deep purple colour.

Pronounced aromas of ripe blackberry, mulberry, bramble, red cherry, graphite, smoke, coffee grounds, cinnamon stick, clove, blackcurrant leaf, mint, dill, vanilla.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, high tannin, high acidity, long finish.

2/11/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Pop and pour, a bit closed and austere. After an hour of air everything settles in. Salinity, sea shell, green apple and grapefruit pith with great weight on the plate and a long lingering finish. Very enjoyable, but I would wait a couple years before opening another.

Medium (+) intensity aromas of crushed seashells, sea foam, green apple, melon rind, grapefruit pith, beeswax, gooseberry, white flower, a hint of raw almond.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, high acidity, long finish.

2/11/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Pop and pour it was very tertiary. Decanted for 1-2 hours and the tertiary settled in, with some fresh fruit poking through. Lacking the finesse and concentration from better burgundy I've tasted, but still very enjoyable.

Fully mature, drink now.

Medium garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of wet dirt, loam, mushroom, forest floor, sour cherry, dried cranberry, dried strawberry, red plum, nutmeg, all spice, a hint of licorice, menthol.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, medium (+) tannins, medium (+) acidity, long finish.

2/11/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Medium lemon colour.

Pronounced aromas of anise seeds, grapefruit, lemon grass, beeswax, peach, pear, citrus pith.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, medium (+) acidity, medium (+) finish.

2/11/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

A bit of VA on the nose detracts from the fruit and spices, but otherwise an inoffensive wine.

Medium (+) intensity aromas of green pepper, black berry, black cherry, cinnamon, cedar.

Medium (+) pronounced palate.

Full body, medium (+) acidity, high tannin, medium finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Chalky, mineral and orchard fruit. Delicious and intriguing. Really interested in trying other wines from Vilmart et Cie.

Medium (+) aromas of red apple, apple peel, tangerine, Asian pear, chalk, pie crust, lemon zest, baked apple, wet stone.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, high acidity, fine mousse, medium (+) finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Deep gold colour.

Pronounced aromas of dried tangerine, orange rind, apricot, peach skin, dried pineapple, lemon, botrytis, hay, hazelnut, nutmeg, candied ginger, dried flowers.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, high acidity, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Dark, ripe and inky. Very intense on first pour and needs some air to come together. After decanting for 2-3 hours, the core of ripe dark fruit settles down and makes way for cedar, spices and cocoa. Not what I would expect from Cabernet Franc, but a well made wine.

Deep purple colour.

Pronounced aromas of dark plums, ripe blackberries, dark cherry, cedar, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, cocoa, leather, licorice.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, high acidity, medium (+) tannins, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Deep purple colour.

Pronounced aromas of blackberry jam, blueberry compote, ripe plum, strawberry, cinnamon, vanilla, violet, fresh cedar.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, high acidity, medium (+) tannins, medium (+) finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Herbaceous, fresh red fruit and spice.

Deep ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of violet, roses, raspberry, cranberry, red currants, green pepper, all spice, cinnamon, cedar, pine needles.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, high acidity, medium (+) tannins, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

An expressive nose of toast, pastry, orchard fruit, spices. Time in oak, and some fine lees lends some richness, but doesn't overpower. The palate still has a decent weight, but is lighter and fresher than the nose would indicate. Floral and mineral notes lead to a long finish.

Pale gold colour.

Pronounced aromas of toast, struck match, nutmeg, ginger, apple pie, roasted hazelnuts, pear, lemon zest, white blossoms, orange pith, crushed rock.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) acidity, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Tertiary notes coming through, but still a core of ripe fruit. The tannins are still surprisingly high! Good complexity, and still enough acidity to keep things lively. Drinking beautifully now, but I don't think there is any rush.

Deep garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of cassis, ripe plum, red cherry, strawberry, blackberry, cinnamon, cedar, forest floor, wet dirt, dried herbs, a hint of mushroom, coffee grinds.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) acidity, high tannins, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Still quite young, but after a 2 hour decant it really perks up. Ripe dark fruit, international spices and earthy undertones. The nose is fairly subtle, but the palate foreshadows the beast lurking below. Very concentrated, but seamlessly melded together. Ending with an incredibly long dark chocolate finish. Can drink now, but will certainly improve.

Deep ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of black berry, black cherry, cassis, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, wet leaves, just a hint of mushroom, dried dirt, cedar, licorice, graphite, mint, crushed violets, dark chocolate.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, high acidity, high velvety tannins, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Light gold colour.

Pronounced aromas of yellow apple, lemon tart, pear, pie crust, a touch of honey, peach blossoms.

Medium (+) intensity palate

Medium body, high acidity, fine mouse, medium (+) finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

A core of red fruit and spices, with some intriguing savoury notes coming through. Roasted chestnuts, tobacco leaf and dried herbs. Drinking well now, but still feels very young. Enjoyed this significantly more with food.

Light ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of red cherry, vanilla, cranberry, cinnamon, all spice, dried pine needles, roasted chestnut, tobacco leaf, dried herbs.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, medium (+) tannin, high acidity, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Fully mature. Lots of leather, forest floor, dried fruit and dried herbs. Tannins are still quite high, and it still feels a little coiled. Opens up with a bit of air, but still a very subtle wine.

Medium garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of dried fig, dried red cherry, dried strawberry, forest floor, licorice, leather, tar, black olive, charred meat, mint, dried herbs.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, medium (+) acidity, high tannin, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Light ruby colour.

Pronounced aromas of rose petals, violet, red cherry, all spice, red currants, strawberry, dried herbs, wet dirt, tobacco leaf.

Pronounced palate.

Medium body, high tannin, medium (+) acidity, long finish.

1/7/2024 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Still very young, with quite prominent tannins. Floral and lifted with a core of red fruit and spices.

Light garnet colour.

Pronounced aromas of rose petals, red cherry, raspberry, all spice, clove cedar, tobacco, wet dirt, charred wood.

Pronounced palate.

Medium (+) body, high tannin, high acidity, long finish.

12/5/2023 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

Deep ruby.

Pronounced aromas of ripe blackberry, black currants, black cherries, green pepper, dried thyme, bay leaves, graphite, dark chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, medium (+) acidity, high tannins, long finish.

12/5/2023 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

94 - 96

Very young, but incredible potential. Super intense and concentrated, with great complexity. I could sit and nose this for hours.

Deep purple colour.

Pronounced aromas of kirsch cherry, acacia wood, almond liqueur, ripe black plum, all spice, juniper, christmas cake, smoke, licorice, pencil shavings.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, high tannin, medium (+) acidity, long finish.

12/5/2023 - sjfunkenhauser wrote:

94 - 96

Incredible purity of fruit. Slightly softer tannins than Lamella.

Deep purple colour.

Pronounced aromas of crushed raspberries, spiced plums, blackberry, blueberry, licorice, cinnamon, all spice, acacia wood.

Pronounced palate.

Full body, high tannin, medium (+) acidity, long finish.