Published in the Year's Best 2010
Wines, Spirits and Beers published in the the Year's Best 2010 issue of Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
Albert Bichot 2008 Pinot Noir (Bonnes-Mares)
A distinguished wine, with power and richness but also dignity. The structure is more fine than firm, showing some dark tannins but more black fruits. There is a mineral edge, giving some good tension, the wine finishing dense.
— R.V.
(12/31/2010)
Albert Bichot 2006 Domaine du Clos Frantin Aux Malconsorts Premier Cru Pinot Noir (Vosne-Romanée)
Closed up at this stage, firm and powerful. The potential is here, with concentrated black fruits and dark tannins. As it develops, it will show a rich side, the tannins more tarry, the berry fruits sweeter. Age for at least five years.
— R.V.
(12/31/2010)
Joseph Drouhin 2007 Pinot Noir (Grands-Echezeaux)
- Cellar Selection
- $285
Dark and structured, powered by smoky tannins and plum skin texture. The wine is just beginning, its weight an indication of good aging potential. It is firm and dense, the acidity providing an attractive final freshness.
— R.V.
(12/31/2010)
Maison Champy 2008 Pinot Noir (Mazis-Chambertin)
Dark colored, highly perfumed wine, packing rich fruit with its ripe, chunky structure. Black berries give a juicy character, taming the acidity, and allowing the wood smoke to wreath around the wine. Age for at leasy six years, but this can withstand more.
— R.V.
(12/31/2010)
Roar 2008 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands)
- $50
Just exquisite, combining power with elegance to produce a truly great Pinot Noir. The vineyard is in the heart of the appellation. The cool climate has made it dry, crisp and silky, but it shows powerfully concentrated cherry, pomegranate, mocha and bacon flavors, with overlays of smoky sandalwood. Compellingly good, this Pinot will develop over the next 6–8 years.
— S.H.
(12/31/2010)
Samsara 2008 Turner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)
- Cellar Selection
- $46
The vineyard is right next to those of Melville and Babcock, in the appellation’s northern tenderloin. The wine is rich, full-bodied and ripe, quite dense and concentrated. Shows masses of black cherries, raspberries, currants, licorice, beef jerky and spicy sandalwood, leading to a long finish. This Pinot Noir needs time. Best after 2013.
— S.H.
(12/31/2010)
Camus VSOP Elegance
- $42
This smooth Cognac offers an array of rich, downright luxe aromas: caramel apples, floral honey, Sauternes, dried fruit. The flavors start with a flash of sweetness and alcohol bite, fading into a long, pretty finish of apple and maple sugar candy. Medium body, pleasantly tongue-coating feel. Try pairing with dark chocolate.
— K.N.
(12/31/2010)
Pierre Ferrand Selection des Anges
- $145
Something about this well-balanced liquid entrances, leading from sip to sip. Maybe it’s the amber color, flecked with pretty orange and yellow highlights. Perhaps it’s the complex aromas, which showcase sweet high notes reminiscent of dried fruit, toffee and Sauternes, or the warm, fruity flavor with a touch of almond extract. Whatever it is, pour a snifter and…
— K.N.
(12/31/2010)
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