the 2005 Shiraz Clos Otto is deep garnet colored with touches of brick and has earthy

the 2016 is a fabulous example of the Harlan Estate of today

but on July 19th everything changed and the year was saved by some 40 liters of rain

with the energy and tension that is typical of the Nebbiolos of Gattinara

a multidimensional core and a searingly chalky and laser-focused finish

Jean-Claude Bachelet, Chassagne Montrachet Boudriotte Rouge Size:6x750ml the 2005 Shiraz Clos Otto(from Les Chaumes). A generously wooded and menthol infused nose offers up slightly more elegant aromas of essence of red cherry liqueur, earth and soft spice nuances. The rich and caressing medium weight flavors possess fine mid palate concentration that coats the palate on the dusty and balanced finale. This is carrying more wood than I can warm up to but the density suggests that it will eventually be absorbed if you have the patience to wait. (89