Community Tasting Note

Paul S wrote:

Tuesday, January 17, 2017 - 2002 Burgundy 1er Cru Lunch (Fragrance Teochew Restaurant): Not as impressive as the last couple of bottles I had (this felt a touch simpler), but this was still a lovely drop. It was drinking a lot more readily than some of the 1er Crus on show - perhaps unsurprising given how precocious this was even a few years back. There was a very nice nose here, qutie classically Bonnes Mares, with lovely rich aromas of blueberries and violet florals infused with earth and soil and and a gentle spiciness, all still lightly fleched with a hint of oak. A rich, thick bouquet. The palate was drinking wonderfully well, opening with a real mouthful of spice and blueberries, earth and fruit peel - all this showing a lovely depth and clarity. It finished with plenty of juicy fruit alongside a nice lilt of earth and spice notes. A few years more in the bottle may add a bit of complexity to what were otherwise straightforward flavours, but boy was it delicious to drink on the day, what with all that easy-going balance and juicy clarity that marks the best of 2002 red Burgundies.

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