Faiveley Corton Clos des Cortons 2009

A distinctly spicy nose of admirably fresh plum, earth and mocha suffused aromas is ripe yet stops short of being surmature. The exceptionally rich and concentrated big-bodied flavors possess an abundance of dry extract that imparts a suave and seductive texture to the mildly austere, balanced and hugely long finish that seems only to become firmer as it sits on the palate. Note that this robust effort will definitely not be an early drinker as the supporting structure is markedly prominent without being rustic.