de Montille, Corton Clos Roi other_regions Already disarmingly pleasurable to drink

Already disarmingly pleasurable to drink

There is better delineation and energy to the more obviously mineral-driven flavors that deliver fine punch on the balanced and youthfully austere finale

but he is the man who has produced all of Gajas most legendary wines going back to 1970

black cherries

underbrush and oak nuances

de Montille, Corton Clos Roi other_regions Already disarmingly pleasurable to drinkHere the nose is more deeply pitched with notes of earth, game, smoke and underbrush adding interest to the briar and red berry fruit aromas that lead to serious, brooding and reserved big bodied flavors that are underpinned by firm but not aggressive tannins and excellent length. There is slightly more depth here than in the Pougets though its less fine as well. A stylistic choice. (91 93) 2017+