Pale-med lemon. Really opened up with air. Some sweet citrus, and candied caramel on the nose. Med body, med intensity, a bit of cream, and strong vanilla and caramel notes from the oak. Decent but not great p/q — 6 months ago
2017 | Chardonnay
Domaine Faiveley; Ladoix
Ladoix-Serrigny, Côte de Beaune, France
Very nice, restrained tropical fruits. Younger than we generally consume Ladoix Chardonnay (8Y+), but doing nicely after some time out in the decanter. I think the Jadot (Gagey) style works more for our palates. — a year ago
Not as good as I recall, definitely needs time to breathe. Started opening up after 1.5 hours. Would get again. — 3 months ago
The 2013 Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru has a slightly dusty bouquet at first, more black than red fruit, cooked meats, a touch of sous-bois and singed leather. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly rustic tannins. For a Grand Cru, I would have wanted more depth and grip, though that said, it is fresh with a pleasant dash of balsamic on the finish. Fine. (Neal Martin, Vinous, October 2023)
— 6 months ago
Lemon with an almond extract finish. Really nice — 3 years ago
Red flower, rose aroma. Herb and floral flavor. Slightly sweet. Cherry. 2017 @3000, Mrg, 231228 — 4 months ago
Nice - fruit forward for a burgundy and floral with red fruit, some spice to balance and a bright finish. Drinks really nicely, should be a crowd pleaser. — a year ago
Father’s Day — 4 years ago
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$44 at Wegmans. — 22 days ago