Lunch began with Taittinger Brit. Appealing, light, fragrant and delicious. 91
Charcuterie followed with some spiced beef, cheek fat (disgusting) a superb Pate etc…
…accompanied by Grange des Pere blanc 2012
This was a revelation. Complex, balanced, juicy with a really fine layered finish. I loved this. 97
Lamb chops, smashed potatoes and grilled tomatoes
The Jadot NSG Boudots 2002 that followed was poor. Fine nose but extremely hollow. Better wines so moved on. No better when I tried it later that night. 82
Louis Boillot Gevrey Chambertin Evocelles. 2009
Bright fruit, with a hint of sweetness, anchored by some earthy mushroom flavors. Lovely, a tad young. Will be a beauty with age. 94
Finally a magnificent bottle of Ridge Monte Bello 1992. Seems like 1992 is overlooked, but I have had a few over the last few years and always marveled at the balance. None of the fireworks of the 1991, but a wine of great complexity and totally seamless. Serious right red fruit with a touch of saddle leather and cedar.All in harmony. Excellent finish 96
