Perrin & Fils, Gigondas Vv Brut Zero By contrast there is good

By contrast there is good tension and freshness to the intensely mineral-driven flavors that also possess excellent delineation on the racy

An impeccably balanced Chardonnay but today the wine's fruit is quite restrained

It needs a bit of time to soften and meld but should improve well through 2037

Castell-in Villa's Chianti Classico Riserva is fermented in stainless steel

here too Leroux indicated that this would be bottled only in magnum)

Perrin & Fils, Gigondas Vv Brut Zero By contrast there is goodDark and rather roasted, with mesquite and braised fig aromas and flavors leading the way, followed by currant confiture, fruitcake and melted black licorice. Hefty and powerful, but singed apple wood and iron notes on the finish give this the cut and definition it needs for balance. Very long. An impressive wine. Drink now through 2018. 50 cases imported. JM