Lafaurie Peyraguey Vintage:2001 A subtle trace of wood

A subtle trace of wood frames dark berry fruit and touches of earth

25 ha parcel planted in 1959)

5 ha parcel situated directly across from Domaine Rousseau’s parcel of Chambertin)

There is excellent volume and punch to the sleekly muscular and powerful medium weight plus flavors that possess fine cut on the balanced and quite firm finale that delivers outstanding length

Lafaurie Peyraguey Vintage:2001 A subtle trace of woodThe 1999 Lafaurie Peyraguey is a step up from the 1998. It has a disarming bouquet of honey, yellow flowers, orange pith and a hint of praline. While not intense, there is impressive delineation in situ. The palate is concentrated with a fine bead of acidity, and quite racy in style, with orange zest and lemon peel embroidered through the thick, honeyed fruit on the finish. A little obvious in style, but it does the job. Not long term, but