Domaine Lamarche Grands Echézeaux Grand Cru 1988

ROBERT PARKER “The Grands Echezeaux exhibits a deep color, a rich, cassis scented bouquet, a judicious use of toasty new oak, light to medium body, and 5-7 years of potential evolution. Here is an estate making good, commercial examples of their appellations. However, with lower yields and perhaps a more extended cuvaison, this domaine has the potential to produce positively brilliant wines. I do not think it is just that the domaine seeks to produce wines that are light and ready to drink when released. The 1988s are all soft, very forward, and lacking somewhat in concentration, but they are attractive and easy-to-drink wines.”