DRC, Romanee Conti other_regions The most tannic of the

The most tannic of the "big three" bottlings this year

This is a good time to start popping corks on this beauty

crisp yellow orchard fruit

vinified with 25% whole clusters)

DRC, Romanee Conti other_regions The most tannic of theMild bricking. Plenty of secondary and sous bois notes are present on the cool, elegant and airy nose that reflects notes of spice, earth, dried flower and leather. The sleek, intense and rich medium bodied flavors are supported by bright acidity on the ever so slightly lean but highly persistent finish where the sense of minerality really builds as it sits on the palate. I would observe that, like a number of 2002s today, the palate is more youthful