2011 Corton Clos de la Vigne au Saint

(from vines in excess of 50 years of age; the only red Corton vineyard with a full south orientation, notes Jean-Nicolas Meo): Good bright red. Subtle, ripe aromas of redcurrant, minerals, smoke and earth. Then chewy and suave on the palate, with sound acidity currently keeping the wine's fruit component under wraps. Finishes tight and minerally, with slightly tough tannins and good subtle persistence. There's an almost lemony edge on the finish that makes this hard to assess today.