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Joseph Drouhin, Musigny Grand Cru 1985
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Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
The Musigny is open, perfumed, and easy to evaluate. It is not a big wine, but is harmonious, well balanced, and richly fruity. The 1985s from this famous firm are all impeccably clean, correct, well-made wines. Drouhin has managed to preserve the individual identity of each appellation as the wines do not taste alike. There is, of course, a house style, but that can be said of the wines from a small grower as well.
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 1985 Musigny Grand Cru is mature in appearance with bricking on the rim, though less than the 1983. Red cherry, soy, pressed flowers and iron rust form the pretty nose, that ferrous tincture becoming more evident with time. The palate is medium-bodied and well balanced, and gentle in terms of grip. Grainy-textured toward a finish laced with cumin and black pepper; orange peel and Szechuan pepper appear on the aftertaste. Quite a multifaceted Musigny. Excellent. Tasted at the Drouhin Musigny vertical in London.
About the Producer
DEDICATION TO THE DIVERSITY OF BURGUNDY With close to 90 different appellations, Joseph Drouhin offers a fascinating array of Burgundy terroirs in all their authenticity and subtle variations. A FAMILY HERITAGE For the last 140 years, Maison Joseph Drouhin has been in the hands of the Drouhin family. Today, the fourth generation is at the helm, animated by the same passion that inspired the founder of the company. LISTENING TO NATURE Joseph Drouhin has adopted the biological and biodynamic approach. Only natural products are used in the vineyards and all procedures show the utmost respect for the soil, the vine and the environment. AN IDEAL OF PERFECTION AND ELEGANCE The style of Joseph Drouhin is an alliance between character, balance and harmony. Wines meant to be drunk young are fresh and subtle; wines meant for keeping acquire with age a luscious complexity. SHARING WITH THE WORLD The wines of Joseph Drouhin are found on the finest tables. Joseph Drouhin is proud to bring the best of Burgundy to the whole world.
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