1985 Haut Bailly

There is not a great deal of depth to this Haut Bailly. Nevertheless, it offers charm, finesse, and a sweet black berry/curranty fruitiness. Some of the new oak and smokiness that were present when the wine was young has dissipated to reveal a slight herbaceousness behind the new oak. The wine is medium-bodied, with soft tannin, and some flesh on the attack that quickly narrows out to a lighter style, supple yet unexciting wine. Anticipated maturity: Now-2002. Last tasted 1/97. Jan 1998, www.robertparker.com

Robert Parker    Score: 86/100