Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Mouline, 1985 Rare finesse and generosity

finesse and generosity

Elian’s father died of leucemia presumably due the use of synthetic products on the farm

The opaque purple color is followed by this estate's tell-tale aromas of flowers

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Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Mouline, 1985 Rare finesse and generosityThe nose alone was 100 points. An endless array of earthy, spicy, floral, peppery, smoky scents with fresh, pure, ripe red cherries, black cherries, raspberry and bacon fat tossed in for good measure. In the mouth, there is an exotic texture that cannot be found in any other wine. The pure, sensuous, hedonistic, fresh mouth feel builds to a crescendo that lasts over sixty seconds. Few legendary wines live up their status. 1985 Guigal La Mouline not