Domaine Drouhin Lauréne Pinot Noir 2004

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BN#220732

Domaine Drouhin

The 2004 Laurene is vibrantly seductive with aromas of fresh cherry & red berry, and a floral mix of cherry blossoms and rose petals. These sensations follow through on the palate, with added clove and spice character. Firm, layered tannins coat the mouth, but the real stars are the rich, velvety touch and well rounded, persistent finish. As the Laurene opens up, hints of blue fruit, cola & fresh undergrowth emerge. Similar to 2001 and '93 in finesse and sophistication, the '04 Laurene is full of life and promised much in the years to come. Enjoy now, and anytime over the next 8-12 years.

Wine Spectator

Smooth and round, with a pretty sandalwood note mingling with ripe cherry, toast and spicy oak flavors, deftly balanced to let it all sing while the finish rolls on and on. Best from 2008 through 2014. 2,550 cases made.

Score: 92. —Harvey Steiman, December 31, 2007.

International Wine Cellar

Dark red. Suave, finely etched bouquet of wild strawberry, fresh raspberry, rose and pungent magnolia, with hints of cocoa powder, cola and orange zest. A silky, poised midweight with deep, youthful, mineral-tinged raspberry and cherry-cola flavors that grow sweeter with aeration. Finishes supple, vibrant and long, picking up notes of cinnamon and candied rose. A beautifully understated pinot that could be from a swanky Vosne vineyard.

Score: 92.