Jaboulet La Chapelle 1990 750mL (Slightly Soiled Label) Champagne and one wine from the

and one wine from the George III Vineyard in Rutherford

"The 1996 Chambertin Clos de Beze

Its deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by a classic

Few wines marry this level of richness with such a sense of elegance and purity

tasted 1/2022

Jaboulet La Chapelle 1990 750mL (Slightly Soiled Label) Champagne and one wine from the"The 1990 Hermitage La Chapelle lived up to its reputation on this occasion, and of the three titans (1990, 1978 and 1961), it was probably my favorite. Still inky colored and ruby at the rim, it offers an absolutely profound bouquet of sweet cassis, smoked meats, chocolate, licorice and spice. This is followed by a full bodied, insanely textured, pure and hedonistic palate that has that perfect mix of still vibrant fruit and ample secondary nuances.