Frederic Esmonin, Gevrey Chambertin Lavaut St Jacques Vintage:2011 in the Stags Leap District

in the Stags Leap District

On the plus side there is outstanding concentration to the bigger and richer broad-shouldered flavors that coat the palate with dry extract while flashing excellent length on the focused

Impressively integrated tannins add gentle support

smoke and tobacco give the Duemani its distinctive aromatic signatures

silky tannins add to the wine's considerable raciness

Frederic Esmonin, Gevrey Chambertin Lavaut St Jacques Vintage:2011 in the Stags Leap DistrictA deft application of oak sets off the elegant and airy red pinot fruit that is really quite pure and this purity of expression also characterizes the detailed, precise and intensely mineral driven middle weight flavors, all wrapped in a balanced and palate staining finish. A wine of Zen like harmony. 91 2017+