Delas, Saint-Joseph Cuvee Francois de Tournon Vintage:2011 There is both good intensity

There is both good intensity and detail to the lightly mineral-inflected middle weight flavors that culminate in a mildly austere and rustic but solidly complex and persistent finish

Fratelli Alessandria keeps its Barolo in oak casks for three years

This is actually quite aromatically similar to the Corton-Grèves though with a bit more elegance

The 2001 Larigi is another modern-day 1989

Delas, Saint-Joseph Cuvee Francois de Tournon Vintage:2011 There is both good intensityBrilliant ruby. Deeply pitched dark berry and violet pastille aromas are brightened by Asian spices and mineral qualities that gain strength with air. At once ripe and lively on the palate, offering juicy black raspberry and bitter cherry flavors and a touch of cola. Shows very good clarity and appealing sweetness on the finish, which is framed by silky tannins. This wine is delicious right now. Josh Raynolds