This was fine. Probably a bit past prime, but it probably never was great to begin with. More a victim of higher expectations given the vintage and age. Ruby in color, clear and bright. The nose is dusty with some cherries. Not old, but not exciting either. On the palate, there is some energy here. It has a nice velvety texture. Cherry flavors. Not much depth. Medium finish. If you have any, drink up soon. This will work well with fowl.
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At or near peak and drinking well. Garnet in color, clear and bright. The nose is great with cherries, slight funk. slight black cherries and spice. Medium bodied. On the palate, bold cherry and some black cherry fruit. Slight forest floor and mushroom underneath. Nice energy and balance. Good finish. This should drink well for another ten to twelve years. Great on its own, this would work well with salmon or a mushroom dish.
Checking on a 2005 Burgundy. Not ready yet. Ruby/purple in color. The nose is nice but primary with cherries and spice. On the palate, this has cherries, slight tannins and spice. Pretty monolithic at this stage but it eventually opens with air. Hold these for now.
Great showing for this Premier Cru from the excellent 2005 vintage. Ruby/purple in color, clear and bright. The nose is nice with cherries, chervil and spice. Medium bodied. On the palate, this is bigger than on the nose. Cherries, black cherries with some spice. Long finish. Drinking well at age 17, this should go another ten to fifteen more years. Better with food, this would work well with a seared Tuna Steak with a seared crust.
This is from a small producer in the south of burgundy. Light ruby in color, clear and bright. The nose is nice with cherries, char and slight green/herbal notes. Medium bodied. Wispy tannins. This is better on the palate with elegant cherry fruit. Slightly complex. Good finish. This is a delightful Pinot Noir that drinks well on its own and is also great with food. A nice wine for Roasted Duck.
