1996 Corton Clos de la Vigne au Saint

The medium-to-dark ruby-colored Corton Clos de la Vigne au Saint displays lilies and Provencal herbs on the nose and a complex, refined, feminine, and medium-to-full-bodied character. I found this wine (Adrien Belland's favorite Corton) difficult. Hints of fresh herbs, mint, licorice, and stones are intertwined with juicy blackberries and blueberries in its austere and highly structured core. It should be at its peak between 2002 and 2006. (formerly Domaine Adrien Belland)