Comtes Lafon, Monthelie Duresses other_regions a worthy follow up to

a worthy follow up to the 2010

Finishes with serious tannins that turn a bit dry with air

Gaja is one of the very few growers who got it right

Jean-Denis died in a tragic traffic accident in 2002

There is a lovely sense of underlying tension to the mineral-inflected

Comtes Lafon, Monthelie Duresses other_regions a worthy follow up toA perfumed and very pretty nose features notes of both red and dark berries along with subtle hints of spice, earth and lilac. There is a lovely sense of vibrancy to the well detailed and delicious medium weight flavors that exhibit a discreet minerality before concluding in an appealingly textured and refreshing finish. While this should reward a few years of cellar time I suspect that it will be accessible young as well. 89 2019+