Krug Grand Cuveé NV — ID 212026
ID 212026 Multi-dimensional, layered and wonderfully complex. I have been tasting this over the course of the afternoon, in an attempt to fully appreciate this masterpiece from every angle. Opens with classic brioche notes, d’Anjou pear, wild clover honey, crystalline ginger. On the palate, it’s all finesse and power. Candied orange peel, almond biscotti and […]
Lucien Le Moine Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2002
Nicely developed Bonnes-Mares, there is still ample acidity and structure to carry this forward in the cellar. Red fruit punctuated by a high candy-like note along with black cherry, spice and herbs. Intensity is concentrated on the mid-to-fore palate, offering great structure and polish throughout. The finish is satisfyingly lengthy and spicy. Lucien Le Moine […]
Soliste Cellars Lune Et Soleil Sauvignon Blanc 2013
The surprise wine of the night, this lovely Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc weighs in at a lithe 12.2% ABV and paired beautifully with clam linguine. Steely, stony and austere with gorgeous notes of star fruit, pear and lemongrass…and perhaps a dash of fresh lemon thyme. Lots of acidic verve and a coursing, mineral, lime zest […]
J.K. Carriere Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2004
Beautifully developed, this is the oldest vintage of J.K. Carriere I’ve had the pleasure of tasting. Blackberries, black cherry and spice. Hibiscus and incense. Still vibrant and entirely elegant with good concentration of flavor nicely balanced against a defined acid backbone. Tart red spiced apple rings and black tea on a generous finish. I have […]
Krug Grande Cuvée NV — ID 411048
This bottle’s ID number differs from the first bottle of Krug Grande Cuvée I wrote about in late spring of this year (see Krug ID 212026). Indeed, this bottle reveals perhaps slightly more richness on the nose with more emphasis on brioche, wonderfully sweet pastry notes leaning toward caramel and marzipan, with subtle orchard fruit […]
Château La Nerthe Cuvée Des Cadettes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2000
Layer upon layer of rich, heady aromas waft from the glass. Boysenberry and black raspberry, dried cherry, leather, dusty earth and roasted meat. This voluptuous Châteauneuf graces the palate with superb depth, balance and concentration in equal measure. Tannins are fine and well-integrated and it culminates with notes of black currant, herbs de Garrigue, lavender, crushed […]
Paul Pernot Et Ses Fils Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2006
Somewhat closed on opening. After 30-45 minutes, aromas of roasted nuts, toast, smoke and baked apple emerge. On the palate, it’s not as full nor hefty as some Bâtard-Montrachet’s can be (the website notes only 40-50% new oak on Grand Crus) and there is nice mineral overhand and fair acidity. Golden delicious apple, lemon peel, […]