Firm reduction dominates everything with the exception of a fleeting floral note at present
and certainly one of the finest of the white Chateauneuf du Papes
By contrast there is plenty of verve to the supple
The 2012 Pavillon Rouge is soft
The 2010 Cote Rotie la Turque is a much more masculine and edgy wine that's going to reward cellaring
Bollinger, La Grande Annee other_regions Firm reduction dominates everything withDisgorged January 2005. A deeper hue compared to the 1999, the nose with greater intensity, with delicate honeyed buttery tones, green apples, a little more mushroomy just in the background, great lift and gaining intensity in the glass. Quintessential Bollinger bouquet. The palate has a rich entry, very good ripeness with touches of clear honey, a touch of mango, melted butter, white flowers and much greater weight than the 1999. Superb definition