More evidence . . .

[dananne]

that one needs to trust his or her own palate.

Was in Chicago last year, and when I go, I usually buy a case of things that aren't available here in Atl. Found a bin of '99 Philippe Naddef Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes on closeout for under 15. Thought, what could be the harm? Got home and looked it up -- WS had bestowed a whopping 79 on the wine. So, I stuck it in the cellar and more-or-less forgot about it until last night. I opened it on a whim, decanted for 30, poured two glasses, and handed a glass to Anne without saying anything about it.

Bright ruby color. Nose of black cherry and smoke, with good cherry fruit and interesting bacon fat flavors. A minerally element came on late, and the finish was very nice. Anne loved it, and was shocked when I told her it had scored a 79.

Just goes to show you!