More vibrant and lively than some of the recent 96 Salons I’ve had. A nice blend of acidity, nuttiness and silky brioche on the palate – concluded with a slight marmalade tang.
1996 Cristal
Crisp and clean. Very easy drinking, but had a lot going on if you choose to pay attention. Acidic, grapefruits, subtle mousse and some apricots on the palate.
2002 La Turque Guigal
Somewhat disappointing. Palate had ripe cherries, a touch of graphite with a jerkey-like aftertaste. Lacking depth and concentration you’d expect from a fine Rhone wine.
I don’t have notes on the Ausone or Lafite. Too drank to remember.
Azul Ultra Anejo left no impression other than it drank like water. If I had to choose, I’d prefer the regular (also overpriced) anejo.
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1996 Salon
More vibrant and lively than some of the recent 96 Salons I’ve had. A nice blend of acidity, nuttiness and silky brioche on the palate – concluded with a slight marmalade tang.
1996 Cristal
Crisp and clean. Very easy drinking, but had a lot going on if you choose to pay attention. Acidic, grapefruits, subtle mousse and some apricots on the palate.
2002 La Turque Guigal
Somewhat disappointing. Palate had ripe cherries, a touch of graphite with a jerkey-like aftertaste. Lacking depth and concentration you’d expect from a fine Rhone wine.
I don’t have notes on the Ausone or Lafite. Too drank to remember.
Azul Ultra Anejo left no impression other than it drank like water. If I had to choose, I’d prefer the regular (also overpriced) anejo.
Nice! Looking for the invite next time.