Darviot Perrin, Meursault Velle other_regions complicated by nuances of violet

complicated by nuances of violet and flint

Donnhoff’s 2006 Niederhauser Hermannshohle Riesling Beerenauslese replicates the sort of amazing layering of flavors for which this site is famous

See picture of the relative colours of the vintage and single harvest tawny 1963s

Acidity still quite prominent

The 2007 Chateau Nairac is a little pinched on the nose

Darviot Perrin, Meursault Velle other_regions complicated by nuances of violetA slightly riper nose reflects notes of poached pear, apple, lemon confit and a suggestion of roasted nut. There is reasonable density to the delicious and attractively textured medium weight flavors that deliver solid depth and persistence on the balanced finale. Clos de la Velle, as a vineyard, is rarely distinguished but this example is really quite good.