Clarte Haut Brion Vintage:2011 the typical profile is still

the typical profile is still there and the structure is still very good

The winemaking here is very traditional

Tasted January 2016

and the 2013 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a true standout in the appellation

full and sweet flavors that offer a bit more phenolic ripeness and concentration as well as better finishing intensity

Clarte Haut Brion Vintage:2011 the typical profile is stillThe 2016 Clart Haut Brion Blanc has an open knit bouquet of orange blossom, lemon curd and light nutty aromas, hints of candle wax emerging with time. The palate is well balanced with a lightly spiced opening. Theres plenty of grilled walnut and smoke here, and something almost white Rioja like toward the finish and I mean that as a complement. This has just gained a little complexity in recent months. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting.