Sylvain Cathiard Romanee-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru 2005

Not surprisingly, this easily possesses the most aromatic breadth of any wine in the range with an utterly kaleidoscopic nose ranging from Asian spice to rose and violet-infused floral notes that are at once delicate, pure and seductive while complementing to perfection the rich, subtle and understated middle weight plus flavors that are superbly precise and intense while offering more minerality than usual, all wrapped in a finish that is sheer silk. This is one classy wine that won't necessarily wow you with its power but the refinement and poise are riveting. Burghound 93-96