Critics Ratings

‘An earthy, pure and magnificently complex nose of a ripe combination of wild red berry fruit, discreet spice and earth notes plus an undertone of sauvage is trimmed in discreet but not invisible wood treatment. There is also plenty of earth on the rich, full-bodied and overtly powerful flavors that possess excellent volume. This is a very serious example of the appellation as the supporting tannins are decidedly prominent, indeed to the point that the strikingly long finish is distinctly austere yet there is no detectable rusticity. A classic Clos de Vougeot that will require at least 15 plus years of cellar time. Drink 2025+.’ – Allen Meadows, Burghound.com, 94/100 (Jan 2013)

‘Good bright, medium red. Pungent minerality, complex soil tones and noble herbs on the nose. Then sweeter and fuller than the Beaux Monts in the mouth, with slightly medicinal cherry and marzipan flavors complicated by herbs and underbrush. With its solid acidity, this is ultimately more backward than the Beaux Monts. Most impressive today on the back end, which features substantial ripe tannins and building flavors of black cherry, licorice and mint. The pHs in 2010 are in the 3.45 to 3.5 range, noted Grivot, with acidities between 3.6 and 3.7 grams per liter.’ – Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, 94/100 (Mar 2013)

‘Amazing breadth and complexity. Flinty, smoky, crunchy red fruit – tremendous flavours. Absolutely delicious. Fantastic structure – determined acidity, pliable tannins. Redcurrant, cranberry, dry and vivacious. Brilliant.’ – Richard Hemming MW, JancisRobinson.com, 18.5+/20 (Aug 2013)

Provenance

Wine Cellar Private Client