Torbreck, Laird other_regions but the balance isn’t nearly

but the balance isn’t nearly as well dialed in compared to the best of these grands crus

In some vintages

full of debt

8 ha holding that averages 40+ years of age)

the 2000 vintage delivered a precocious Dom Pérignon

Torbreck, Laird other_regions but the balance isn’t nearlyDeep garnet purple in color, the 2008 The Laird is a little restrained to begin, opening out after a few moments and much coaxing to an extraordinary array of creme de cassis and black plum based aromas with underlying chocolate box, licorice, exotic spice, oolong tea and clove hints with a touch of earthy loam. Richly textured, dense and with a provocative meaty earthy savory, the palate is complex and layered revealing menthol and ripe black fruit