Magnums of the 1987 Mayacamas are still showing some of what have likely always been this wine's best qualities: delicate floral aromas, which add intrigue to aged fruit notes of stewed sour cherries and black plums, and a mid-weight structure that glides seamlessly across the palate to a respectable, only slightly drying finish. Though past peak, well-stored large format bottles will offer considerable pleasure over the next few years. Plan on a 45+ minute decant: ours needed the time to plump up a bit and for the remaining fruit to come into balance, after which it held steady through the rest of a very enjoyable evening.
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2012 Agrapart Champagne Grand Cru Avizoise Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut
7/18/2023 - rkww Likes this wine: 93 Points
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2010 Clos Fourtet
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4/9/2023 - rkww Likes this wine: 93 Points
Magnums of the 1987 Mayacamas are still showing some of what have likely always been this wine's best qualities: delicate floral aromas, which add intrigue to aged fruit notes of stewed sour cherries and black plums, and a mid-weight structure that glides seamlessly across the palate to a respectable, only slightly drying finish. Though past peak, well-stored large format bottles will offer considerable pleasure over the next few years. Plan on a 45+ minute decant: ours needed the time to plump up a bit and for the remaining fruit to come into balance, after which it held steady through the rest of a very enjoyable evening.
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