Philipponnat Clos des Goisses Brut 2002
". . . simply stunning in this vintage. Seamless, ripe and beguiling, the 2002 is pure harmony in the glass." ~ 96, Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Barmès-Buecher Riesling Hengst 2000
"A wine of massive power, it is penetrating, concentrated, and profound." ~ 92, Pierre Rovani, The Wine Advocate
Nicolas Joly Coulée de Serrant 1996
". . . earthy quality and lemon zest and custard notes. Zippy and bright throughout, with the flavors unfolding nicely on the finish. Great length." ~ 93, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator
Domaine Perrot-Minot Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Beaux Monts Vieilles Vignes 2005
"From 55-year-old vines . . . . formidable tannin, and finishes with superb richness, subtly complex minerality . . ." ~ 93-94, David Schildknecht, The Wine Advocate
Ponsot Chapelle-Chambertin 1996
"Gorgeous. Ripe and refined Pinot fruit is the hallmark of this full-bodied, smooth-tannined seducer, with sirenlike currant, mineral, spice, mocha, smoke and game notes that would make many a Burgundy aficionado swoon." ~ 94, Per-Henrik Mansson, Wine Spectator
Dominio de Pingus Flor de Pingus 2004
". . . regal elegance. The aromatics are already revealing considerable complexity while on the palate it is succulent, impeccably balanced, and mouth-coating." ~ 98, Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate
Château de la Negly La Porte du Ciel 2001
". . . crystallized dark berries, violet, bitter chocolate and game. Creamy, dense and thick, with extravagantly sweet flavors of dark berries, bitter chocolate and game . . ." ~ 93, Stephen Tanzer, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
M. Chapoutier Ermitage L’Ermite 2001
". . . may be equal to the perfect 1996. Awesome levels of kirsch liqueur, licorice, and white flowers are followed by a superbly concentrated, etched, long, deep wine with multiple layers, a fabulous texture, and virtually perfect balance as well as harmony. Possessing great stature and intensity, it is a monumental achievement." - 98-100, Robert M. Parker, Jr., The Wine Advocate
Aldo Conterno Barolo Gran Bussia Riserva 2001
". . . at once succulent and seamless, with a wonderfully layered texture . . . . 'Shows the magic side of 2001,' Franco offers." ~ 95, Stephen Tanzer, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1996
". . . just as awesome from bottle as it was from multiple cask tastings . . . . Deep and full-bodied, with fabulous concentration and a sweet, opulent texture, this wine was singing in full harmony when I tasted it in January." ~ 96, Robert M. Parker, Jr., The Wine Advocate
Clos i Terrasses Clos Erasmus 1993
". . . spectacular. The opaque ruby/purple color is followed by a stunningly fragrant nose of black fruits, melted road tar, toasty new oak, and truffle/licorice scents. Extremely full-bodied, with layers of flavor, this immense but well-balanced wine is a wine-making tour de force." ~ 94, Robert M. Parker, Jr., The Wine Advocate
Château Certan de May de Certan 1985 "Fully mature, this hussy of a wine offers up very complex notes of new saddle leather, smoked herbs, black currants and cherries, sweet licorice, melted asphalt, and a hint of truffle." ~ 92, Robert M. Parker, Jr., The Wine Advocate |
