Needed more time that we gave it to open up. Interesting and bright, but still very tight.
Needed more time that we gave it to open up. Interesting and bright, but still very tight.
Apr 6th, 2017
2010 vintage. Quite dark for a burgundy, although still in the medium ruby hue range. After an hour of air, the wine is now showing high concentration of aromas: blackberry, tan, nutmeg, tan leather and some mild earthy notes. Smokey cedary notes to the fore. This could be Cote Rotie. On the palate, medium plus acidity, some chunky tannins - yet to fully integrate. Medium alcohol and good length. More of a pepper note on the finish. Very good, but a little big for my taste. Leroux has undoubtedly evolved as a wine maker since making this vintage and would probably acknowledge that he underperformed in this particular (great) vintage. Drink now until 2027+
2010 vintage. Quite dark for a burgundy, although still in the medium ruby hue range. After an hour of air, the wine is now showing high concentration of aromas: blackberry, tan, nutmeg, tan leather and some mild earthy notes. Smokey cedary notes to the fore. This could be Cote Rotie. On the palate, medium plus acidity, some chunky tannins - yet to fully integrate. Medium alcohol and good length. More of a pepper note on the finish. Very good, but a little big for my taste. Leroux has undoubtedly evolved as a wine maker since making this vintage and would probably acknowledge that he underperformed in this particular (great) vintage. Drink now until 2027+
Mar 17th, 2017
Morey St. Denis - Chambolle Musigny, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
