Black cherry, raspberry, with some Tannins. January 2025. — a month ago
Pale gold with tiny bubbles concentrated at the center of the glass. Biscuit, brioche, green apple, pear, lemon, orange, and a hint of cheese. Medium body with bright acidity, a soft, lively mousse, and a medium-plus finish. Good value Champagne for the price.
— a month ago
Popped and poured but not something I would recommend. The 2017 Cuvée Réservée benefited from some time in the decanter and the Cuvée Laurence would enjoy the same. However, a decanter we had not; nor was the setting appropriate. And while I wouldn’t have described this as shy upon opening, it certainly went from strength to strength with exposure to air and by the last glass, this was sensational. Beautiful dark bramble fruit, salmiakki, black pepper, red flowers, bacon fat, garrigue, old wood, and exotic spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long lasting and ever so sexy. As a reminder, no “Cuvee da Capo” was made in 2017 so there’s no wonder why this is special. Drink now through 2042. — 18 days ago
Very nicely aged Morgon with all that Gamay ripened cherry fruit earth goodness with soft balanced profile on palate and a finish that is well, elegant? — 22 days ago
Ed Chin
Always solid though the prices are getting a little out of hand. — 3 days ago