Old Guys Monthly Lunch @ Lela in Bloomington MN. My btl Based on the CTs below & some test sips I gave this a double decant and 2-1/2 hrs to slow ox before leaving for Lela and then it got another hour plus open there before drinking. Not sure this will ever be a landmark example, but I found it intriguing none the less for its weightless red fruit, mineral, spice and aromatics. I have one left that I'll try again around 2027 for its 20th. Nots as large scaled as many Cortons but with plenty of air you get a sense of etheral depth. 91+ / 92
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The nose has good power and presence. Nice sweet attack that shows resolved, attractive fruit and gives way to a smooth, spicy finish but perhaps the tannins are a bit fierce and warm.
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10/6/2023 - chablis28 wrote: 92 Points
Old Guys Monthly Lunch @ Lela in Bloomington MN. My btl Based on the CTs below & some test sips I gave this a double decant and 2-1/2 hrs to slow ox before leaving for Lela and then it got another hour plus open there before drinking. Not sure this will ever be a landmark example, but I found it intriguing none the less for its weightless red fruit, mineral, spice and aromatics. I have one left that I'll try again around 2027 for its 20th. Nots as large scaled as many Cortons but with plenty of air you get a sense of etheral depth. 91+ / 92
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11/28/2019 - Warren23 wrote:
Thanksgiving 2019. Still young, with very firm tannins.
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10/16/2015 - Drankard wrote: 90 Points
On the palate the wine is pure, medium body and transparent, with a core of fruit that is soft and thin. Pass.
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11/7/2013 - lepetitchateau wrote: 93 Points
The nose has good power and presence. Nice sweet attack that shows resolved, attractive fruit and gives way to a smooth, spicy finish but perhaps the tannins are a bit fierce and warm.
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