Ruby throughout. Complex aromas of mixed fruit, smoke, and blood right out of the bottle with some light green herbs as well. Medium bodied, very elegant feel that was more Burgundian than the Grand Cru Burgundy alongside it. Fluid, sensuous feel with a great mix of blackberry, citrus peel, outstanding acidity, and a strong soil core. We all agreed that this was the wine of the night, and it was much more vibrant and balanced than one I had in late 2022. Outstanding mature Syrah.
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Unevolved deep ruby. Lots of oak, black and dark red fruit aromas. Densely fruited, obvious wood, and ripe tannins. Large scaled Charmes. This remained one dimensional and did not loosen or gain much complexity with several hours of air.
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Full yellow. Forward scents of ripe yellow peach, petrol, and ginger. Full bodied and glycerine without heaviness. Off dry rather than overtly sweet. Fresh fruit, excellent depth and length, but somewhat soft and wanting more acidity and cut. Amazingly sturdy but short of being great. I had a similar impression the one other time I tasted this in 2013.
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6/1/2020 4:51:00 PM - On day two at 60 degrees F storage, this wine ( Folliard '14 Cote du Puy) did come out, displaying copious fruit. Should have rated it higher!
5/31/2020 1:00:00 PM - Valid criticism. I must admit to liking Bojo ripe,. and yes I do like the '15 vintage. Have not tried a more recent vintage. Interestingly, my criticism of most California wines is that they are too ripe for my taste when compared to old world examples. Seems inconsistent with my preferences in Beaujolais. Thanks!
2/5/2020 10:22:00 AM - My dear friend is a DeLaCoudray and is related to the owners of this vineyard. His fathers and his dream is to get a bottle and I would love to be able to assist. Do you know of where i can acquire any? My search has produced zero results over the last 4 months. Thank you for your time.
3/10/2016 4:34:00 AM - drwine2001, No problem re the Laguiche. I make that same mistake too often as well. I don't know how you got your Paulee TNs into CT so quickly. I am barely half way through my 300 TNs.
10/14/2013 6:19:00 AM - Hello drwine2001, Your profile pictures looks like a stairway to Bourgogne heaven. I certainly hope my path to the next life is so spectacularly adorned. Cheers!
9/12/2013 9:58:00 AM - Regarding the '10 Tournelle Trousseau, I salute you for having a feel for the Troussaeu showing more body than the Ploussard, something I read in your note after posting mine. I try to not look at other notes until I've published. Cheers.
1995 Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage
5/20/2024 - drwine2001 wrote:
Ruby throughout. Complex aromas of mixed fruit, smoke, and blood right out of the bottle with some light green herbs as well. Medium bodied, very elegant feel that was more Burgundian than the Grand Cru Burgundy alongside it. Fluid, sensuous feel with a great mix of blackberry, citrus peel, outstanding acidity, and a strong soil core. We all agreed that this was the wine of the night, and it was much more vibrant and balanced than one I had in late 2022. Outstanding mature Syrah.
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2002 Serafin Père et Fils Charmes-Chambertin
5/20/2024 - drwine2001 wrote:
Unevolved deep ruby. Lots of oak, black and dark red fruit aromas. Densely fruited, obvious wood, and ripe tannins. Large scaled Charmes. This remained one dimensional and did not loosen or gain much complexity with several hours of air.
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1989 Trimbach Riesling Clos Ste. Hune Vendanges Tardives
5/20/2024 - drwine2001 wrote:
Full yellow. Forward scents of ripe yellow peach, petrol, and ginger. Full bodied and glycerine without heaviness. Off dry rather than overtly sweet. Fresh fruit, excellent depth and length, but somewhat soft and wanting more acidity and cut. Amazingly sturdy but short of being great. I had a similar impression the one other time I tasted this in 2013.
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