Crystal Tasting

[TheEngineer]

Part of a nice tasting. Cristal from several vintages.

1990 Golden in color, I’m thinking that this bottle is more evolved than it should be. It tastes for me closer to a 35 year old champagne but the winery rep stated that this was in keeping with his understanding of the wine. Nose for me was all roasted nuts, hazulnuts specifically, very complex and still rather fresh acidity

1997 very clear, clean, bright, yeasty nose and very fresh. Nice tropical fruits, very pure and showing very very well.

1999 rather floral, slightly toasty, coconut, fleshy nose. On palate much the same, Very drinkable wine but powerful and balanced and very precise. Very enjoyable.

2000 Slightly darker, a bit flabby, Broad nose, almonds, hazelnut, peaches, lush. Very fruity and giving. This is very appealing now but not sure about long term prospects for this one.

2002, very very nice, very balanced, a bit reserved at this point in time but looks like it is hiding a monster. Even at this stage, the wine, while reserved, is broading.

2002 Rose: my favourite of the night. Salmon in color. Wonderful, sublime, good Pinot Noir characteristics.

My favorite was the 2002 Rose. There were a couple of votes for the 1997 but my second fav was the 02. the 02 looks to be a terrific vintage.