2002 Chambolle-Musigny, Hubert Lignier and 2008 Doisy-Daene Sec

6 May 2013: A few days ago, we opened a bottle of 2002 Chambolle Musigny, Hubert Lignier.  The wine immediately reveals an expressive nose with good intensity of aromas: red cherry, plum, dried rose petals, rosemary herb, with spices nuances of nutmeg and cinnamon, and notes of sous-bois.  On aeration, there were animal and coffee aromatics on the palate. There was a sense of purity on the front palate, with the flavours elegantly coating the middle palate. Silky texture.  Finish, while not long nor complex, was lovely and carried a certain persistence. This is a very charming Chambolle village, at its apogee. Simply moreish.  17/20

The same evening we also opened a bottle of the 2008 Doisy-Daëne Bordeaux Sec that came with the recommendations of a Bordelais friend.  A very approachable Bordeaux dry white, perfect for drinking in its youth.  Honey, passion fruit, dried mango, candied fruit, with a hint of limey Turkish delight and chocolate praline, slightly smokey.  The mid weight palate delivered zesty acidity. Nice crisp finish.  Lovely aperitif, or serve it with a light seafood salad.  And what was even better, was the relative lightness in alcohol, at 12.5%!  So refreshing to actually taste fresh fruity flavours in a wine, without the alcohol in the way!!   16/20