2015 Beaune Bressandes
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Bright dark ruby. Much more expressive on the nose than the Aigrots, conveying a slightly candied quality to the aromas of dark berry pastilles, licorice and spices. Suave and refined on the palate, displaying a captivating juiciness to its flavors of dark berries, kirsch , licorice and spices. Classically dry and perfumed in the middle palate, this wine mounts steadily on the back end, finishing with a hint of dark chocolate and broad, fine-grained tannins. A lovely vintage for this bottling, which has been remarkably consistent over recent decades. It would be a shame not to cellar this.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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(still a significant percentage of malic acidity remaining): Bright ruby-red. Reticent aromas of black fruits and mint. Boasts a dense texture and almost chocolatey sweetness but an impression of calcaire energy gives the very concentrated middle palate considerable finesse for a Beaune wine. Slightly high-toned in a seductive way. Still quite young and unevolved--and tricky to assess with confidence prior to the end of its malolactic fermentation--but this looks to be a superb vintage for this premier cru. The finish displays fine-grained tannins and terrific subtle length and lingering perfume.