The Meursault 2010 from Pierre Boisson is made from the lieu dits of Criots and Perchots - vines are 30-50 years old. The bouquet is quite open with melon, pear - infused with citrus and quite a lot of oak. On the palate it's quite rich and ripe for this level, the fruit is pure but also quite dense …
Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair, Vosne Clos du Chateau 2010
The Vosne-Romanee Clos du Chateau 2010 is a gorgeous wine. The nose is very open and expressive with red berry fruit - spiced with violets, cinnamon, peony rose and a touch of oak. Very organic, forward and wonderfully complex Vosne expression. On the palate intense organic fruit with a lovely …
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Tasting of Philippe Pacalet 2012 from Cask – Village
Philippe Pacalet is, as mentioned before, one of my favorite winemakers in Burgundy. I love the style of the wines, the drinkability, the lightness, the purity, the delicate expression of pinot fruit and the terroir. The 2010 vintage was a big succes for Pacalet, the quality was very high, and …
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Philippe Pacalet, Chambolle Musigny 1er cru 2004
The 2004 Pacalet Chambolle 1er cru is fully mature and ready to rock. In the bouquet expressive and expansive organic red fruit - notes of forest strawberries and sous-bois - spiced with cinnamon and allspice. On the palate juicy red fruit - organic style - with a lovely balance and focus from the …
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Philippe Pacalet, Chambolle Musigny 2005
The 2005 Philippe Pacalet Chambolle Musigny is not quite like other Pacalet village wines. On the the palate red and darker fruits - notes of blueberries, tar, gooseberries, strawberries with a slight hint of prunes and cinnamon. On the palate rich, dense and powerful with abundant tannins for a …
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