92/94

The 2023 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru includes whole bunches, around 30% from the upper reaches of the vineyard. This also underwent rigorous green harvesting to limit yields. The nose offers blackberry, Earl Grey and touches of wet clay (potters' wheel) on the nose, the stems imparting a very subtle black pepper note. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy tannins. It boasts plenty of freshness and more bandwidth than the previous vintage, with a vivacious, saline finish. This is very promising.

91/94

(from an exceptionally well positioned 1 ha parcel situated directly beneath Les Petits Musigny that is combined with another less well located .35 ha parcel close to the main road). This is also very firmly reduced and revealing nothing aromatically. There is fine volume to the delicious and suave but nicely detailed medium weight plus flavors that conclude in a classically austere, powerful, compact and serious finish. This is very firm and also a wine that is definitely going to need extended keeping.

97 Poäng

A refined, delicate wine from this large grand cru vineyard, bringing a high level of purity, seduction and aromatic lift with an elusive yet deep level of fruit and savory nuances. Aromas of fresh red berries, blackberries, dried flowers, violets, Asian spices, charcuterie, graphite and forest floor. The palate is mid-weighted with fine-boned tannins, a luscious, silken mouthfeel and long acidity bringing tension and clarity. A characterful wine with a classy, polished presence. Truly delightful. Drink or hold.

95 Poäng

This is rich, smooth and expressive, offering mulled cherry, plum, black pepper, iron and spice flavors. There’s plenty of flesh up front, with chalky tannins building on the long, earth-tinged finish