Domaine Philippe Naddef, Gevrey-Chambertin, Vieilles Vignes 1998 Red but the 2011s really do

but the 2011s really do seem to take things to another level

dried plums (but not prunish)

lemon curd and crushed rocks plus a waft of baker’s yeast

A gorgeously put together blend of 40% Syrah

stony minerality kicking in towards the long finish with firm tannic grip

Domaine Philippe Naddef, Gevrey-Chambertin, Vieilles Vignes 1998 Red but the 2011s really do1. 0cm or less; scuffed, nicked, torn labels ChapFour Excellent representation of the vintage. True to its appellation this wine is in its old school, mature, tannic Burgundy phase. Aromas fully evolved and at peak drinkability. I specifically selected this wine to feature in a social media post discussing the surprising nature of how poorly the wine press reported on this harvest. Naddef's old vines prove once more to be a sleeper selection for