Remarkably, even at 32 years of age there is still no bricking. A stunning, highly expressive and completely classic La Tâche nose that displays almost unbelievable complexity so with many different elements that it is impossible to even begin to describe them all; the primary components include ethereal and still fresh pinot fruit, clove, knock out spiciness, anise, hoisin, soy and a trace of earth but these elements only hint at the sheer depth. The flavors are big, rich, refined, classy, penetrating and superbly powerful yet everything is in perfect balance and there is more than sufficient sève to balance off the still considerable tannins. The finish is intense, pure and so long that it is haunting; I could literally still taste this wine days later after I had it because it had such a dramatic and emotional impact. In its youth, this was one of the finest young Burgundies that I have ever been privileged to try and it only seems to get better with each passing year. -BH
BH99
Splendid colour. A touch of reduction at first but this quickly blew away. Pure and definitive and very fine indeed on the nose. Marvelous fruit. Indisputably a great wine. A big wine of huge concentration, splendid tannins and very good grip. Very fine long finish. D
D100
Splendid colour. A touch of reduction at first but this quickly blew away. Pure and definitive and very fine indeed on the nose. Marvelous fruit. Indisputably a great wine. A big wine of huge concentration, splendid tannins and very good grip. Very fine long finish. D
DC100