Nairac Vintage:1995 balance and length

balance and length

which balances the opulence of 1990 mature Pinot opulence

this is the ace in Massolino's rotation

the 2004 Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve Le Clos du Caillou was open for business

The finish was long

Nairac Vintage:1995 balance and lengthThe 2007 Chateau Nairac is a little pinched on the nose, which is surprising considering the growing season. There are pure honey, guava and quince scents wanting to spring forth, but it does not quite happen and I suspect a couple of hours decanting would awaken those aromas. The palate is well balanced with pointed acidity. There is plenty of fresh citrus fruit here interwoven with orange rind and a touch of barley sugar that lend it real Barsac