Frederic Esmonin, Gevrey Chambertin Estournelles St Jacques other_regions_italy The 2001 is still fresh

The 2001 is still fresh

Shows a slightly roasted quality but also terrific energy and lift to the rather brooding aromas of dark berries

this could conceivably surprise on the upside

In an adolescent funk (this was stunning upon release)

although not so listed

Frederic Esmonin, Gevrey Chambertin Estournelles St Jacques other_regions_italy The 2001 is still freshHere too the more expressive nose is cool and airy with its spicy combination of red cherry, pomegranate, floral and wisps of gentle earth. The palate feel of the middle weight and equally mineral inflected flavors is finer still thanks to the silky tannins that shape the precise, even chiseled, and energetic finale where a hint of austerity arises. This is really lovely stuff and an entirely classic ESJ. 91 2024+