🏰The 1999 Henri et Gilles Remoriquet Vosne-Romanee Aux Dessus des Malconsorts 1er Cru is an 【excellent Premier Cru Burgundy, offering a complex and 'giving' wine that brims with complexity and interest, if not elegance】. The 1999 vintage was excellent for both red and white wines in Burgundy, with top-end Pinot Noir from Premier Cru sites still enjoyable two decades on. This wine, from a vineyard touching La Tâche, slowly opens with hints of spice, warm dark fruit, and a subtle mineral/coal note. On the palate, it's balanced and quite intense, with some grainy tannins still present, and a complex array of flavors that could be mistaken for a very good Grand Cru. 🍴 This mature Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru would be superb with classic Burgundian dishes. Consider roasted duck, goose, or other game birds, where the wine's earthy and savory notes can shine. Mushroom-based dishes, coq au vin, or a delicate beef tenderloin would also be excellent choices. For cheese, a mild Époisses or a mature Comté would complement its complexity. 🥂 This wine is ideal for a celebratory dinner, a serious Burgundy tasting, or a special occasion where a mature, complex Pinot Noir is desired. Its open and 'giving' nature makes it a rewarding experience for those who appreciate aged Burgundy. For older wines like this, it's advisable to stand the bottle upright for at least 24 hours before serving to allow any sediment to settle. Decanting is recommended to separate the wine from sediment and allow it to breathe, but be mindful of very old corks and capsules which can be fragile. Serve at cellar temperature, around 16-18°C (60-64°F).