Joseph Drouhin, Montrachet Marquis Laguiche Vintage:2017 the finesse of structure showed

the finesse of structure showed through along with hints of wild violets

give completely different results

and the 2013 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a true standout in the appellation

yet with a refreshing finish

11% cabernet franc and 7% petit verdot)

Joseph Drouhin, Montrachet Marquis Laguiche Vintage:2017 the finesse of structure showedThis is much riper than the 2010 with its softly exotic (but not tropical) nose of pear, mango, peach, oak and floral aromas. The big, opulent and ultra intense broad based flavors also remain extremely backward and tight yet the palate staining finish is hugely persistent. This border line massive effort will require the better part of a decade to reach its full potential but should be well worth the wait as the underlying material is most