June 27, 2022 - Classic old Burgundy.
Fantastic on the nose.
Not completely translucent (A little 'dusty')
January 26, 2022 - Popped and poured.
Red fruit (raspberry, cherry), spice, earth, nice floral, good acidity. Lingering finish. Really enjoyable.
June 23, 2021 - Corton Rouge Burgs on a Summer Night (Martina, Mpls): Dark red color. PNP, full bodied, deep cherry and blakc cherry, a hint of sweet brown sugar and a touch of earth to the slightly coarse tannins.
April 3, 2019 - Despite the write- off by critics, this modestly priced and never truly Grand Cru Latour stalwart delivered beautifully tonight. Even the 2003 ripeness did not force the fruit into awkward places. A very dark red color and some of the stern Corton posture played nicely against ripe blackberry, dark cherry, wet oak and refined earthy flavors. Absent were floral tones and a full finish. The wine was not on its right shoulder and stood fresh throughout the meal, but this needs to be consumed now.
January 25, 2018 - Solid pinot with good balance of tangy pinot fruit, damp earth, and underbrush. But there wasn't much power or excitement to this wine. For a grand cru, it was disappointing.
January 31, 2017 - A little barnyardy at first. Needed 1+ hour to open up.
September 22, 2016 - Drinking really well right now. Nose of sweet strawberry and fruity with some floral notes and a hint of cola. Palate is medium light bodied but very smooth and soft with nice finish.
August 16, 2016 - Barnyard nose. Very pleasant compared to first tasting. Wish I had more bottles to age; alas, I've drunk my lot. This was smooth at this point of time; however, I'd hope for more flavor at future openings.
November 11, 2015 - Brought it to the wine group dinner last night at Two Chefs. Liked this bottle much better than the one I opened 3 year ago. Slightly floral nose, Good length and weight. Seemed to me like it could get a little better with more aging. We'll see about the next bottle
October 16, 2015 - The drinking range should be extended as I decanted this for 6 hours and only then was it opening up to reveal currant. Still smooth but will adjust my drinking window by 3 years. Medium finish.