La Pousse d'Or, Corton Bressandes Grand Cru 2011

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Reviewed by: Stephen Tanzer

Good dark red. Expressive, high-toned nose shows a leesy complexity to the aromas of cherry, flowers, soil and what Patrick Landanger called blood peach. The palate offers uncanny energy and perfume, with sweet fruit lifted by spices and flowers. Lovely juiciness and class here. A wonderful Corton grand cru. Landanger did a much better job timing the harvest here than he did in 2012.

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Reviewed by: Stephen Tanzer

Deep ruby-red. Musky aromas of black raspberry, minerals, mocha and meat. At once suave and muscular in the mouth, with rich blackberry and cassis flavors framed and lifted by strong, well-integrated acidity. Energetic, precise and tangy Corton grand cru with firm tannic spine and excellent persistence.