Bouchard Pere et Fils, Corton Rouge

Bouchard Pere et Fils, Corton RougeLike several of the wines in the range, this lacks a bit of aromatic freshness on the red currant, sauvage and wood suffused nose. The rich, supple and round middle weight flavors are surprisingly forward compared to how this wine is typically structured, all wrapped in an acceptably lingering finish. While perfectly OK, I found this to be somewhat disappointing relative to its usual quality as its often one of Bouchards best wines. (89 92) 2027+

violet and plum where additional breadth is present in the form of spice and lavender nuances

chewy and sweet

plenty of patience will be required

The 2010 Guiraud is a little closed on the nose like the 2010 Climens and demands a lot of coaxing from the glass

great concentration

(89-92)/2034+

Vignarionda also reaches phenolic maturity earlier than other sites

They used 80% new barrels

Surprisingly dense—it has fleshed out—this doesn't surprise in its pure power or aromatics

The recently-bottled 2005 Barolo Cascina Francia is

the greatest vintages from Bodegas Fernando Remirez de Ganuza in my opinion are 2004 and 2001

still long & vigorous