Evan Karp

9.2

Beautiful nose of violets and some herbs (maybe thyme?). This was a coravin pour to check in so hardly doing it any justice. But has a lot of potential. 13% alcohol — a month ago

Jay Kline

9.4

As Noël Verset started to divest in his vines, there were several producers who came away with some real treasures. The most famous was Franck Balthazar who was able to purchase Verset’s prized holdings in Chaillots. Perhaps less known is Auguste Clape also purchased some ex-Verset vines in the Sabarotte lieu-dit. The 1997 Clape pours a much deeper color, nearly opaque purple. Dense brambles with some black licorice, lavender pastilles and minerals. Somewhat reticent even at 25+ years old. The venison, umami bomb, potato and pearl onion helped coax this Clape from slumber though. Drinking well now but easily has the stuffing to see 2037 and possibly beyond. — 2 years ago

Pooneet K

9.2

Was going to get the 2016 given I generally love that vintage across much of Europe but the somm talked me into the 2015 saying it was more open. He was right - this was delicious, and still traditional and “old school” with a restrained 13.5%. Tons of pepper and dark dark fruit with some olive. Very delicious with nice medium acid and a long finish. — 4 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.0

Going a few months back from memory so no detailed tasting notes - inviting #champagne with some richer toasted notes, almonds and much more than expected layers. — 5 months ago

Jay Kline

9.5

Another producer to inherit some vineyards from Verset was Thiérry Allemand who purchased Noëls holdings in Reynard. That vineyard is the cornerstone for this wine. The 1999 Allemand “Reynard” is still full of fresh brambles, some cow pasture, and beautiful purple flowers. It’s sanguine with inorganic earth and gentle spices. Bangin’ with venison, umami bomb, potato and pearl onion. This is gorgeous and should be outstanding through 2040+. — 2 years ago

April Moyer

9.5

Smooth, not too sweet — 4 years ago

Mackenzie Svee

9.5

Brioche, crisp apple, citrus, creme brulee — 3 months ago

with Katie

Jeanette Bangs

9.0

« Les Darons » 🍷 et Bœuf Bourguignon avec les enfants - magnifique - joyeux Noël🎄 — 3 years ago

Heriberto Silva

9.3

Grassy, sour cream on the nose or lactose, a little bit of jalapeño, rich, white flowers, green apple, lemon, developed on the glass as it breathes. — 3 years ago

Ed Tostanoski

9.3

A nice surprise — 4 years ago