Follin Arbelet, Romanee Saint Vivant Vintage:2005 This was also relatively reduced

This was also relatively reduced and impossible to evaluate

and graphite are just some of the nuances here

painfully young Cristal that will require considerable patience

The blend changes with each vintage and in 2010 they had very good Petit Verdot so the percentage of it is higher than ever

Follin Arbelet, Romanee Saint Vivant Vintage:2005 This was also relatively reducedThe type of reduction that the Burgundians call bourgeon de cassis dominates the fruit today. The mouth feel is beautifully refined and even silky with the outstanding complexity, all supported by firm and even borderline rustic tannins that contrast considerably with the sleek mid palate texture. I suspect that the mildly chunky tannins will eventually give way to something more reflective of the natural refinement of a classic RSV. (91 94) 2028+