Bouchard Pere et Fils, Corton Rouge Vintage:2018 30% whole clusters)

30% whole clusters)

neutral casks

A Syrah-dominated red

A touch of mineral reduction can be found on the markedly floral-inflected nose of white peach

with the 2011 Flaccianello della Pieve appearing a bit softer and plumper around the midsection

Bouchard Pere et Fils, Corton Rouge Vintage:2018 30% whole clusters)Like several of the wines in the range, this lacks a bit of aromatic freshness on the red currant, sauvage and wood suffused nose. The rich, supple and round middle weight flavors are surprisingly forward compared to how this wine is typically structured, all wrapped in an acceptably lingering finish. While perfectly OK, I found this to be somewhat disappointing relative to its usual quality as its often one of Bouchards best wines. (89 92) 2027+