Jean-Jacques Confuron Romanee St. Vivant Grand Cru 2018 (Capsule Damage) Spain The backward if supple medium-bodied

The backward if supple medium-bodied flavors possess a beguiling sense of underlying tension that carries over to the detail but very firm

The wine is loaded with dream-like quantities of fruit

This terrific effort has evolved beautifully and still closely resembles my original tasting note from 2008 with its knockout nose that is classic Amoureuses as it combines seductive spice and a ripe blend of red

The good news is that the flavors have evolved a little

This is a tough wine

Jean-Jacques Confuron Romanee St. Vivant Grand Cru 2018 (Capsule Damage) Spain The backward if supple medium-bodiedA highly spiced nose features notes of cassis, plum, hoisin and a hint of sandalwood. The ripe, mouth coating and delicious medium bodied flavors possess excellent length on the well balanced if youthfully austere finish that also really firms up as it sits on the palate. This is definitely a "buy and forget you own it" wine as I would advise not touching a bottle for at least 10 years and 15 to 20 would likely be better.