Thibault Liger-Belair Charmes Chambertin 2016 skus_30191886 Ultimate Beverage Challenge 94 points

Ultimate Beverage Challenge 94 points - A moreish style of Cognac with bold aromas of baked raisin

In Stella Rosa®

San Francisco Wine Co

and vanilla hints from the barrel for a slightly peppered yet slightly sweet taste with light finish

Paired with the baked red tilefish in crispy scales

Thibault Liger-Belair Charmes Chambertin 2016 skus_30191886 Ultimate Beverage Challenge 94 pointsA deft touch of wood sets off the earthy and mildly sauvage inflected aromas that consist mainly of plum liqueur though like the Aux Ras there is a hint of volatile acidity lurking in the background. The velvety and generously proportioned middle weight flavors retain reasonable detail on the delicious if not especially dense flavors that firm up on the lingering finish. The VA is sufficiently subtle that it probably won't bother most tasters but it