Follin Arbelet, Romanee Saint Vivant other_regions white pepper and mouth scraping

white pepper and mouth scraping salinity on the finish

How you evaluate this will depend on what you most want in Port

2011 seems to be more fruit forward

this superb wine represents one of the qualitative peaks of this great vintage

violet and soft spice wisps

Follin Arbelet, Romanee Saint Vivant other_regions white pepper and mouth scrapingThe type of reduction that the Burgundians call bourgeon de cassis dominates the fruit today. The mouth feel is beautifully refined and even silky with the outstanding complexity, all supported by firm and even borderline rustic tannins that contrast considerably with the sleek mid palate texture. I suspect that the mildly chunky tannins will eventually give way to something more reflective of the natural refinement of a classic RSV. (91 94) 2028+