Finca Allende, Aurus Vintage:1996 their Reserve release was first

their Reserve release was first made in 1998

A somewhat rustic leathery element currently dominates underlying fruit

Lovely and very Chambolle

Good stuff that is built-to-age

note that this now has the 1er portion declassified into it and the domaine will continue to do this going forward

Finca Allende, Aurus Vintage:1996 their Reserve release was firstThe 1996 Aurus has a rustic, leathery bouquet that is animally and feral. The palate is medium bodied with light, slightly disjointed tannins, while the fruit seems to have ebbed away towards the simple finish. Drink now. Commencing with the Allende Blanc, I was impressed by how well this ages. Predominantly Viura with a higher percentage of Malvasia in older vintages, it develops a fine waxy texture and almost dried Barsac like personality.