Camille Giroud, Corton Clos Roi other_regions I was particularly effusive about

I was particularly effusive about the 1985 although

at least on this showing - it has velvety tannins that pack a punch

dark cherry and earth

the 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna del Sorbo is magnificent

Camille Giroud, Corton Clos Roi other_regions I was particularly effusive aboutWhen Clos du Roi is on its game, there is no other climat in Corton that can match it for sheer size, weight, power or depth. In the case of this 05, its almost a blend of the Chaumes and Rognets with its layered ripe black fruit aromas and massive, rich and powerful flavors that preserve a fine sense of balance and exceptional depth though at present the superbly persistent finale is linear to the point of strictness. I like the subtle minerality and