General Overview As everywhere in France, 2012 was not the easiest growing season in Burgundy with the weather causing general havoc. Burgundy suffered a few spring frosts just before flower set resulting in irregular flowering, hailstorms in late spring and early summer and atrocious wet weather for the most of
Sweet cherries and funk on the nose. On the palate, rhubarb, cherries, and brown sugar lead. Strawberries and sage, with a light background of anise, appear on the mid-palate. Sage, mixed red fruits, vanilla, and brown sugar linger on a mid-length finish. Acids are high, tannins very smooth, together offering
An acid and mineral spike coated in soft wood, driven straight through the palate into the brain. Great fruit hangs from the spike, Meyer lemon and pear are followed by light toast and a hint of butterscotch. All the fruit-read more-
One of the stars of the 2010 Palate Press Grand Tasting, and one of only two wines to receive all five possible stars. This young barrel sample was absolutely electric, wowing wine professionals and other guests alike with its layered-read more-
This barrel sample was a big hit at the 2010 Palate Press Grand Tasting. Flavors of warm caramel, Meyer lemon, and ginger zest led to a lemon and mineral finish. It showed terrific depth and great promise for the future.-read more-
This barrel sample is wine in its infancy. Indeed, most of it is still resting in the comfort of its oaken womb. It was as high and tight as a Marine's boot camp hair cut, tart with unsweetened cranberry and-read more-