I thought the 1987 Romanee St.-Vivant superior to the 1986, which has a very earthy, tannic, hard texture, excellent color and length, but a persistent hardness and toughness. It may well merit a higher score in 5 more years, but I would have liked to have seen a bit more fruit. This is among the few superstars of this vintage, but the 1986 is not for drinking soon-patience is most definitely required.

Indescribably concentrated and elegant at the same time, starting off deceptively smooth and gentle, then building up the intensity and vibrancy until it climaxes to a sensational finish that echoes cherry, tobacco, berry and vanilla seemingly forever. Tannic enough to need until at least 1995 to soften.??–null??Region: France / Burgundy / Romanée St.-Vivant Select to Add