#DRC #Richebourg 1966: out of the gate its nose was as compelling as the accompanying La Romanée-Conti 1996, the former displaying an explosive and complex swirl of mature cherry, brown sugar, and leather. But ten minutes later that leathery aspect began dominating the others and the wine started a deep, unexpected decline, its sexy sweetness fading like a volume knob twisting to off. We marveled at this unusual shift, continuing on to our final glasses. Another surprise came at the end the Riche partially returned to the sweetness and succulence of its first moments. Can a palate experience whiplash?
#DRC #Richebourg 1966: out of the gate its nose was as compelling as the accompanying La Romanée-Conti 1996, the former displaying an explosive and complex swirl of mature cherry, brown sugar, and leather. But ten minutes later that leathery aspect began dominating the others and the wine started a deep, unexpected decline, its sexy sweetness fading like a volume knob twisting to off. We marveled at this unusual shift, continuing on to our final glasses. Another surprise came at the end the Riche partially returned to the sweetness and succulence of its first moments. Can a palate experience whiplash?
Apr 19th, 2015
Opened about four hours, had the privilege to taste it but unfortunately there was very little left in the bottle.
A slight hint of earth but mostly the dreaded "over the hill "smell on the nose. In the mouth totally innocuous.😥
Opened about four hours, had the privilege to taste it but unfortunately there was very little left in the bottle.
A slight hint of earth but mostly the dreaded "over the hill "smell on the nose. In the mouth totally innocuous.😥
Dec 2nd, 2015
1966 vintage. Deep truffle and earth with slight minty notes. Pot pourri. On the palate, slightly oxidised. Medium acidity. Lacks umph. Decent.
1966 vintage. Deep truffle and earth with slight minty notes. Pot pourri. On the palate, slightly oxidised. Medium acidity. Lacks umph. Decent.
Dec 2nd, 2015
Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
