Tardieu-Laurent, Hermitage Blanc Size:12x750ml 9% after a bit of

9% after a bit of de-alcoholization--as in 2004 and 2009) -- Stephen Tanzer

give completely different results

rich and powerful flavors that preserve a fine sense of balance and exceptional depth though at present the superbly persistent finale is linear to the point of strictness

voluptuous

Tardieu-Laurent, Hermitage Blanc Size:12x750ml 9% after a bit ofGorgeous from start to finish, with fig, cardamom, quince paste, grilled hazelnut and allspice notes. A big, powerful style, this is richly textured, but deftly underpinned by fine acidity and a long, lingering note of Jonagold apple. Drink now through 2017. 300 cases made. JM