Gauby and Ponsot

Dinner at Serge et le Phoque.

2013 Gauby Côtes Catalanes Blanc Vieilles Vignes - decanted and vigorously swirled in the decanter to speed up aeration.  Very cloudy due to extended skin contact and non-filtration.  Initially it smelled like cider and a little pear.  Ripe on the nose and a little honey, but also has a little pungent side to it... a little jarring and elements not integrating well.  Pretty short finish.

2004 Ponsot Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Charmes - opened for 1½ hours prior to serving.  Very fragrant nose with nice fruit, very sweet.  After 2 hours the sweetness in the nose intensified even further, but the palate deteriorated and was no longer pleasant.

Full post on dinner is here.