Chablis
Chablis
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£345.20 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (90-92)The 2017 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru has a slightly earthier bouquet than the more flattering Mont de Milieu at the moment, just a touch of oyster shell coming through with aeration. The palate is well balanced with noticeable weight and girth, good volume in the mouth with veins of stem ginger, fanning out with confidence on the finish. Very fine, though I prefer the elegance of the Mont de Milieu at this prenatal stage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£633.40 |
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Hailing from the esteemed soils of France's Burgundy region, the Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2017 presents a mesmerising palate of sophistication. This wine is the embodiment of Duplessis' meticulous, sustainable viticultural practices used in the Vaillons vineyard, located on the left banks of the Serein River. The predominance of Kimmeridgean clay imparts a remarkable minerality and vibrancy into the wine. Crafted from 25-year-old vines, it undergoes alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks to retain its exquisite purity and freshness. This wine showcases coveted characteristics of the classic Chablis chardonnay – a blossoming bouquet of ripe green apple and citrus zest, entwined with subtle floral nuances and a dash of flint. On the palate, it graces with a gratifyingly lean and crisp texture, ending in a long, minerally finish. The Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2017 is indeed a thrilling manifestation of an exceptional terroir and outstanding winemaking tradition. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£390.41 |
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The Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2020 reaches the epitome of fine wine craftsmanship, exemplifying the renowned meticulous artistry of the Duplessis family. Produced in the prized vineyards of Vaillons, a prestigious Premier Cru in Bourgogne, this wine embodies the rich minerality of the Kimmeridgian soil. Honouring traditional winemaking methods, the Chardonnay grapes are hand-harvested and fermented using indigenous yeasts, setting the stage for a harmonious blend of fruitiness and vibrant acidity. Following the familial lineage of the Duplessis' as vignerons since 1895, the Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2020 captures the essence of the region splendidly. The wine shows pristine clarity, presenting a delicately poised bouquet of green apple, lemon, and oyster shell, offering a drinkability that pays homage to true Chablis terroir. Invigorate your palate with the Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2020, a testament to the timeless elegance of Chablis' Premier Cru wines. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£455.34 |
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Vinous (94)The 2019 Chablis Vosgros 1er Cru was showing just a small reduction on the nose, though it could not disguise the scents of yellow plum and honeysuckle and touches of wet limestone. The palate is very well balanced, taut and fresh, pinned down by a fine bead of acidity and very intense on the minerally finish. This fulfills the potential I found last year out of barrel. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£431.80 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Unwinding in the glass with scents of citrus oil, oyster shell, fresh pastry and light reduction, the 2020 Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros is medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with a racy spine of acidity and a long, mineral finish. This is another impeccably balanced, precise wine from Didier Picq. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£532.01 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)The 2022 Chablis Vosgros 1er Cru takes a little more time to open on the nose than Picq's other cuvées but eventually reveals eucalyptus-tinged citrus fruit flanked by wet stone aromas. The palate is very well-balanced with a fine bead of acidity, very saline but with a countervailing, almost honeyed element keeping this on its toes. This is a brilliant follow-up to the 2021. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros
(12x75cl)
2023
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Burgundy | - | 93+ (WA) |
Expected Price Range
£261 -
£319
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Wine Advocate (93+)Sourced from a southwest-facing site planted between 1961 and 1986, the 2023 Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros unfurls in the glass with aromas of peach, pear and dried flowers, complemented by notes of almond paste. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and textural, with a generous core of fruit, a racy spine of acidity and a long, grapefruit-inflected finish. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis
(12x75cl)
2023
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Burgundy | - | 89-91 (BH) |
Expected Price Range
£156 -
£191
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Burghound (89-91)There is good Chablis typicity present in the form of iodine, seashore and petrol along with citrus zest top notes. The delicious, vibrant and precise middle weight flavors flash good minerality on the clean, dry and saline-inflected finish. This is very good for its level and worth considering. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£337.61 |
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Vinous (92-94)At the moment, the 2022 Chablis Au Dessus des Carrières is stoic on the nose compared to Picq's other cuvées, despite both of us giving our glasses vigorous swirls. The palate is where the action is: great concentration and depth, hints of white peach and nectarine, the power loaded at its back end. Give this two or three years in bottle. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis Dessus Carriere
(12x75cl)
2023
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Burgundy | - | 92+ (WA) |
Expected Price Range
£184 -
£225
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Wine Advocate (92+)A standout performer, Picq’s 2023 Chablis Dessus la Carrière, sourced from two parcels planted between 1970 and 1973, unfurls in the glass with oceanic notes of oyster shell and warm stones mingled with lemon confit, peach and pear. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied and concentrated yet tensile, laden with mouthwatering acidity and with a crisp core of fruit, before concluding in a long, saline finish. It merits purchase by the case. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis Vieilles Vignes
(12x75cl)
2023
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Burgundy | - | 90 (WA) |
Expected Price Range
£189 -
£231
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Wine Advocate (90)Sourced from three northwest-facing parcels planted between 1951 and 1953, the 2023 Chablis Vieilles Vignes opens with aromas of lemon confit, tangerine, freshly baked bread and beeswax. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, textural and ample, yet racy and vibrant, concluding in a saline finish. It stands as a richer, more expansive expression than the regular Chablis bottling, offering greater mid-palate amplitude. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£186.80 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£401.60 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£175.46 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
Inc. VAT
£387.20 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2021 Chablis Valmur Grand Cru takes a few swirls to get going. It offers touches of yellow fruit and jasmine, with quite aromatic notes of pressed flowers and oily resinous aromas. The palate is well balanced with a slightly viscous entry, a keen line of acidity and a creamy texture, with a touch of custard creams and orange pith on the finish. Not long but it feels nicely composed. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£826.40 |
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Esteemed as a pristine example of the Burgundian winemaking art, the Jean Dauvissat Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2017 entrances the palate with eloquent expression. Sourced from the windswept slopes of the premier cru vineyard of Montmains, the exceptionally old vines yield small quantities of intensely concentrated grapes. This Chablis is produced by the meticulous Dauvissat family, inheritors of traditional winemaking knowledge dating back to the 18th century. Capturing the nuances of Kimmeridgian limestone soil, this liquid poetry embodies scintillating acidity interlaced with notes of green apples, minerals, and white flowers. Maturation on fine lees elicits depth and silken textures, the result of Dauvissat's unwavering dedication to natural yeast fermentation and avoidance of oak. The voluptuously complex Jean Dauvissat Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2017, a testament to Chablis' prowess, is a compelling meta-narrative distilled into the glass — of terroir embraced and innovation delicate, of legacy respected, and new chapters written. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£695.80 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Chablis Mont de Milieu 1er Cru has a lifted green apple, pear and crushed rock nose, touches of oyster shell developing with time in the glass. The palate is beautifully balanced and poised, demonstrating the finest tension and energy among Droin’s Premier Crus, with more bite toward the finish. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (BH) |
Inc. VAT
£494.98 |
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Burghound (91)A ripe ever-so-vaguely exotic nose is comprised by notes of cool green apple, oyster shell and lemon rind. There is both excellent volume and mid-palate density to the intense and solidly powerful larger-bodied flavors that possess impeccable balance and fine depth on the harmonious, long and slightly more complex finale. This is potentially very good to perhaps even excellent if it can add depth with time in bottle. |
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| Product Name | Region | Qty | Score | Price | |||||
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Burgundy | 1 | 90-92 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£267.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (90-92)The 2017 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru has a slightly earthier bouquet than the more flattering Mont de Milieu at the moment, just a touch of oyster shell coming through with aeration. The palate is well balanced with noticeable weight and girth, good volume in the mouth with veins of stem ginger, fanning out with confidence on the finish. Very fine, though I prefer the elegance of the Mont de Milieu at this prenatal stage. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£492.00 |
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Hailing from the esteemed soils of France's Burgundy region, the Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2017 presents a mesmerising palate of sophistication. This wine is the embodiment of Duplessis' meticulous, sustainable viticultural practices used in the Vaillons vineyard, located on the left banks of the Serein River. The predominance of Kimmeridgean clay imparts a remarkable minerality and vibrancy into the wine. Crafted from 25-year-old vines, it undergoes alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks to retain its exquisite purity and freshness. This wine showcases coveted characteristics of the classic Chablis chardonnay – a blossoming bouquet of ripe green apple and citrus zest, entwined with subtle floral nuances and a dash of flint. On the palate, it graces with a gratifyingly lean and crisp texture, ending in a long, minerally finish. The Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2017 is indeed a thrilling manifestation of an exceptional terroir and outstanding winemaking tradition. |
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Burgundy | 2 | - |
In Bond
£284.00 |
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The Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2020 reaches the epitome of fine wine craftsmanship, exemplifying the renowned meticulous artistry of the Duplessis family. Produced in the prized vineyards of Vaillons, a prestigious Premier Cru in Bourgogne, this wine embodies the rich minerality of the Kimmeridgian soil. Honouring traditional winemaking methods, the Chardonnay grapes are hand-harvested and fermented using indigenous yeasts, setting the stage for a harmonious blend of fruitiness and vibrant acidity. Following the familial lineage of the Duplessis' as vignerons since 1895, the Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2020 captures the essence of the region splendidly. The wine shows pristine clarity, presenting a delicately poised bouquet of green apple, lemon, and oyster shell, offering a drinkability that pays homage to true Chablis terroir. Invigorate your palate with the Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2020, a testament to the timeless elegance of Chablis' Premier Cru wines. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£345.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2019 Chablis Vosgros 1er Cru was showing just a small reduction on the nose, though it could not disguise the scents of yellow plum and honeysuckle and touches of wet limestone. The palate is very well balanced, taut and fresh, pinned down by a fine bead of acidity and very intense on the minerally finish. This fulfills the potential I found last year out of barrel. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
£324.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Unwinding in the glass with scents of citrus oil, oyster shell, fresh pastry and light reduction, the 2020 Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros is medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with a racy spine of acidity and a long, mineral finish. This is another impeccably balanced, precise wine from Didier Picq. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93-95 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£402.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (93-95)The 2022 Chablis Vosgros 1er Cru takes a little more time to open on the nose than Picq's other cuvées but eventually reveals eucalyptus-tinged citrus fruit flanked by wet stone aromas. The palate is very well-balanced with a fine bead of acidity, very saline but with a countervailing, almost honeyed element keeping this on its toes. This is a brilliant follow-up to the 2021. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros
(12x75cl)
2023
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Burgundy | - | 93+ (WA) |
Expected Price Range
£261 -
£319
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Wine Advocate (93+)Sourced from a southwest-facing site planted between 1961 and 1986, the 2023 Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros unfurls in the glass with aromas of peach, pear and dried flowers, complemented by notes of almond paste. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and textural, with a generous core of fruit, a racy spine of acidity and a long, grapefruit-inflected finish. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis
(12x75cl)
2023
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Burgundy | - | 89-91 (BH) |
Expected Price Range
£156 -
£191
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Burghound (89-91)There is good Chablis typicity present in the form of iodine, seashore and petrol along with citrus zest top notes. The delicious, vibrant and precise middle weight flavors flash good minerality on the clean, dry and saline-inflected finish. This is very good for its level and worth considering. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 92-94 (VN) |
In Bond
£240.00 |
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Vinous (92-94)At the moment, the 2022 Chablis Au Dessus des Carrières is stoic on the nose compared to Picq's other cuvées, despite both of us giving our glasses vigorous swirls. The palate is where the action is: great concentration and depth, hints of white peach and nectarine, the power loaded at its back end. Give this two or three years in bottle. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis Dessus Carriere
(12x75cl)
2023
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Burgundy | - | 92+ (WA) |
Expected Price Range
£184 -
£225
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Wine Advocate (92+)A standout performer, Picq’s 2023 Chablis Dessus la Carrière, sourced from two parcels planted between 1970 and 1973, unfurls in the glass with oceanic notes of oyster shell and warm stones mingled with lemon confit, peach and pear. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied and concentrated yet tensile, laden with mouthwatering acidity and with a crisp core of fruit, before concluding in a long, saline finish. It merits purchase by the case. |
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Gilbert Picq Chablis Vieilles Vignes
(12x75cl)
2023
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Burgundy | - | 90 (WA) |
Expected Price Range
£189 -
£231
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Wine Advocate (90)Sourced from three northwest-facing parcels planted between 1951 and 1953, the 2023 Chablis Vieilles Vignes opens with aromas of lemon confit, tangerine, freshly baked bread and beeswax. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, textural and ample, yet racy and vibrant, concluding in a saline finish. It stands as a richer, more expansive expression than the regular Chablis bottling, offering greater mid-palate amplitude. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£135.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£314.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£129.00 |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£302.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2021 Chablis Valmur Grand Cru takes a few swirls to get going. It offers touches of yellow fruit and jasmine, with quite aromatic notes of pressed flowers and oily resinous aromas. The palate is well balanced with a slightly viscous entry, a keen line of acidity and a creamy texture, with a touch of custard creams and orange pith on the finish. Not long but it feels nicely composed. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£668.00 |
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Esteemed as a pristine example of the Burgundian winemaking art, the Jean Dauvissat Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2017 entrances the palate with eloquent expression. Sourced from the windswept slopes of the premier cru vineyard of Montmains, the exceptionally old vines yield small quantities of intensely concentrated grapes. This Chablis is produced by the meticulous Dauvissat family, inheritors of traditional winemaking knowledge dating back to the 18th century. Capturing the nuances of Kimmeridgian limestone soil, this liquid poetry embodies scintillating acidity interlaced with notes of green apples, minerals, and white flowers. Maturation on fine lees elicits depth and silken textures, the result of Dauvissat's unwavering dedication to natural yeast fermentation and avoidance of oak. The voluptuously complex Jean Dauvissat Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2017, a testament to Chablis' prowess, is a compelling meta-narrative distilled into the glass — of terroir embraced and innovation delicate, of legacy respected, and new chapters written. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£544.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Chablis Mont de Milieu 1er Cru has a lifted green apple, pear and crushed rock nose, touches of oyster shell developing with time in the glass. The palate is beautifully balanced and poised, demonstrating the finest tension and energy among Droin’s Premier Crus, with more bite toward the finish. Superb. |
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Burgundy | 1 | 91 (BH) |
In Bond
£374.00 |
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Burghound (91)A ripe ever-so-vaguely exotic nose is comprised by notes of cool green apple, oyster shell and lemon rind. There is both excellent volume and mid-palate density to the intense and solidly powerful larger-bodied flavors that possess impeccable balance and fine depth on the harmonious, long and slightly more complex finale. This is potentially very good to perhaps even excellent if it can add depth with time in bottle. |
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