I last tasted these wines about a year ago, when they were getting more compelling but still not totally convincing. I would like to think they showed more of their features this weekend, and as such made a stronger case for why one should buy them. Although I haven’t had a Côte du Py in a little while, so I probably need to reacquaint my palate with what that can offer
2012 Foillard Fleurie
For the first few hours this is such a juicy berry bowl. Gamay to the fullest. With air it eventually begins to show some of the Foillard silky crushed rocks and a hint of lacey elegance. Although always in the very round spherical frame that distinguishes these Fleuries from the Foillard Morgons. It’s pretty dark flavored and decently plump/weighty for 2012, although there is a touch of hollowness in the center reminding one of the year. Overall, very very nice, it shows well for itself.
2011 Foillard Fleurie
Gentler, more evolved and resolved than the 2012. It is also very compelling with lots of layers of dark silky spherical lace. Very much a partner to the 2012, but more impressive. As it has been throughout the two wines' lifetimes (for my palate). This almost makes me want to go out and buy more. But as I said, I may need to first retaste the (cheaper) Côte du Py!
2012 Foillard Fleurie
For the first few hours this is such a juicy berry bowl. Gamay to the fullest. With air it eventually begins to show some of the Foillard silky crushed rocks and a hint of lacey elegance. Although always in the very round spherical frame that distinguishes these Fleuries from the Foillard Morgons. It’s pretty dark flavored and decently plump/weighty for 2012, although there is a touch of hollowness in the center reminding one of the year. Overall, very very nice, it shows well for itself.
2011 Foillard Fleurie
Gentler, more evolved and resolved than the 2012. It is also very compelling with lots of layers of dark silky spherical lace. Very much a partner to the 2012, but more impressive. As it has been throughout the two wines' lifetimes (for my palate). This almost makes me want to go out and buy more. But as I said, I may need to first retaste the (cheaper) Côte du Py!