($38, Wilson Daniels): Technically from Beaujolais, the wines from Moulin-à-Vent stand apart and have more in common with the rest of Burgundy because of the granitic soil of the appellation.  This is a broad shouldered robust Moulin-à-Vent, reflective of the warmth and ideal growing conditions of the vintage.   It’s a firm–almost chewy–wine with moderate, but polished, tannins that make it a terrific choice for a hearty fall meal as opposed to use as an aperitif.  Given its harmony, it will develop nicely in the cellar for five to ten years, like other fine Burgundies.
90 Michael Apstein Oct 7, 2014