Source: Zachys
Consumption Date: 5/25/2012
Notes: Fine Burgundy aroma
of damp earth and ripe cherry fruit.
Medium bodied with tons of spice and plenty of ripe dark cherry
fruit. Earth, spice, and mild fruit on
the moderate finish. Mild tannin.
This has been a successful experiment in the effect of
vintage in Burgundy
(by way of comparison to the same producer and appellation from 1983 that I
drank yesterday). The conclusion is that
vintage is significant (although actual age differences also play a role). This wine has more fruit, spice, and elegance
than the 83, although it is less ethereal and with less aged/oxidized
characteristics. This wine is further
proof of the greatness of the 1990 vintage.
Perhaps a bit past its peak, but still plenty vibrant and complex. Very enjoyable. Good value.
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