Follin Arbelet, Romanee Saint Vivant other_regions Surely something simpler must be

Surely something simpler must be possible

Cabernet Sauvignon dominates this wine with 90%

-- Stephen Tanzer

this wine is now a candidate for drying out given its hollow middle and hard

The 2007 Vinedo Chadwick has a lot of vanilla-y new oak on the nose although there is plenty of voluptuous black fruit to support it

Follin Arbelet, Romanee Saint Vivant other_regions Surely something simpler must beThe type of reduction that the Burgundians call bourgeon de cassis dominates the fruit today. The mouth feel is beautifully refined and even silky with the outstanding complexity, all supported by firm and even borderline rustic tannins that contrast considerably with the sleek mid palate texture. I suspect that the mildly chunky tannins will eventually give way to something more reflective of the natural refinement of a classic RSV. (91 94) 2028+