Comtes Lafon, Monthelie Duresses other_regions a worthy follow up to

a worthy follow up to the 2010

tight Cornas that has bright acidity

concentrated and layered flavors blessed with ample dry extract and excellent finishing depth

Gaja is one of the very few growers who got it right

ashy soils of the Gravelly Meadow

Comtes Lafon, Monthelie Duresses other_regions a worthy follow up toA perfumed and very pretty nose features notes of both red and dark berries along with subtle hints of spice, earth and lilac. There is a lovely sense of vibrancy to the well detailed and delicious medium weight flavors that exhibit a discreet minerality before concluding in an appealingly textured and refreshing finish. While this should reward a few years of cellar time I suspect that it will be accessible young as well. 89 2019+