Javillier Aloxe Corton 2006

Spicy and floral on the nose with lovely lavender and black anise notes. Pretty heady for a Javillier Pinot with a touch of nutmeg at the back. The mouth is pleasingly soft, delicate and lithe. A nice combination of savory spices and tart Rainier Cherries.
- wine tasting notes by WB, 7/14/10

Expert Review

87 Points - "Light ruby. An expressive nose of red pinot fruit, cranberry, raspberry and a hint of plum slides into pretty and almost delicate light to barely medium weight flavors that are both detailed and succulent and culminate in an intense and attractive clean and dry finish. This isn't especially deep but it's really quite attractive."
-Wine review Allen Meadows, Burghound, Tasted: Apr 01, 2008

Food Pairings

Roasted birds are a preternatural match but Pinot Noir goes with any number of dishes ranging from those incorporating wild game and foraged mushrooms to veal stews or grilled fleshy fish. For a classic cheese pairing hunt down some Epoisse...