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1999 Louis Latour Chambertin Cuvée Héritiers Latour - France, Burgundy, Côte de Nuits, Chambertin Grand Cru (8/29/2014)
Opened for approximately 1 hour prior to tasting. Poured a dark opaque red. Initially the nose was somewhat one dimensional, showing barrel notes and just a hint of red fruit. Given plenty of air, it turned into something gorgeous. Big notes of cherry and strawberry mixed with spices, iodine, and hints of leather. Bittersweet chocolate and dusty soil were at the periphery throughout the tasting. Smooth tannins and plenty of acidity helped the exuberant ripeness stay in line. There was a burst of cherry pie and minerality on the finish that I loved. Absolutely a knockout bottle of Burgundy. (92 pts.)
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