Michel Lafarge, Volnay, Clos des Chenes 1999 [0.5-2.0cm pristine] Rhone Rouge Almost overwhelmingly

Almost overwhelmingly

this is an immense and deeply concentrated Cabernet blend laden with ripe plum

well-poised and nuanced

framed by a deft touch of toasty new oak

beautiful focus and grip

Michel Lafarge, Volnay, Clos des Chenes 1999 [0.5-2.0cm pristine] Rhone Rouge Almost overwhelmingly0. 5 2. 0cm 96 Burghound Even though this beauty is now 20 years into its evolution, it is still a very serious wine that with air displays only moderate secondary fruit development on the gorgeously perfumed, spice and discreetly earthy nose. The robust and full bodied flavors don't appear to have budged much since my initial review as the supporting tannins are still notably firm on the wonderfully long, palate coating and deep finish. This muscular