85
points
Pierre Olivier 2005 Beaurepaire Premier Cru Pinot Noir (Santenay)
Tight tannins dominate this wine. The question is whether the fruit is ripe enough to sustain the tannin, and the answer is still hard to discern, because of the prominent layer of acidity covering the hints of red plums. Wait a year before opening, but the acidity probably won’t soften enough.
— R.V.
(12/31/2008)
83
points
Pierre Olivier 2006 Pinot Noir (Bourgogne)
The aromas are attractive, perfumed with berries and fresh red fruits. The palate has black currant acidity, a rustic edge and a soft layer of tannin. The wine is very fresh, probably too much so.
— R.V.
(12/31/2008)