Powerful and concentrated, this has an intense expression of ripe tropical fruits. The wood shows strongly at this stage, although with this amount of richness, it has the weight and the power to develop well over many years.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
There is such elegance on this concentrated wine, combining richness with intense structure. A blend of yellow fruit, crisp apple and lemon zest flavors surface on this opulent, balanced and structured effort. This is meant for long-term aging.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
This is a deeply rich, very impressive wine from a great white-wine vintage. It’s concentrated with the essence of pure Chardonnay. It has tension along with a full texture. Age it for at least 10 years.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
While the wood aromas dominate, on the palate, there is a much richer, rounder character. This wine, with its huge fruit, white peach flavors, layers of wood and citrus, is just waiting to burst out of its youth. Delicious ripeness and acidity lend balance, while the oak needs some time to calm down and mature.
— R.V.
(12/1/2006)
Perfumed, floral and ageworthy, this combines a taut texture with a toast note, showing great depth of flavor. The line of pure green and white fruit is very apparent. On the finish, bright acidity matches the great fruitiness.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
Firmly tannic and powerful, this is dominated by a plum skin texture and a spice note. It’s dense and rich, with a dry structure and the acidity of the vintage showing on the finish.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
Big and concentrated, this is packed with tannins and solid dark fruits. It’s powerful with a dark plum flavor and an impressive density of texture. Give it at least 7–10 years.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
An intense, well-balanced wine with deliciously ripe yet lively green-fruit flavors. The wood is integrated, providing a cushioning richness to what is already a delicious wine. Girardin owns 3.7 acres in Les Folatières.
— R.V.
(12/1/2006)