The natural ripeness of the year amps up the Chardonnay flavors

spices and tar emerge

The old vines are very much apparent as this velvety yet very serious effort displays excellent power and like many of these Gevrey grands crus

The palate is medium to full-bodied with gorgeous plush tannins and balancing freshness supporting the boldly spicy black fruit preserves

The 2004 Brut Cristal has put on quite a bit of weight since I first tasted it earlier this year

Malartic Lagraviere other_regions The natural ripeness of theThe 2009 Malartic Lagravire comprises a blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot. It has a much more sumptuous bouquet compared to the 2010, rounded and sensual with black cherries, melted tar and crushed violet scents. The palate is medium bodied with supple tannin, the acidity a little lower than the 2010 and the tannins softer. There is enormous depth to this voluminous Malartic Lagravire, gentle grip with a persistent tarry