fermentation in stainless steel with neutral yeasts and an élevage of 16 months in new French barriques

The tannins are silky and long

redcurrants and blackberry compote with touches of licorice

terrific thrust and sneaky rising floral perfume

spices and tar emerge

Joseph Drouhin, Clos Vougeot Vintage:2021 fermentation in stainless steel with(Drouhin owns . 91 ha in two parcels that are rarely blended as the lower portion is typically sold; 30% whole clusters). Here too there is a poached plum character to the slightly fresher nose of earth and soft wood nuances. There is good punch and solid density to the muscular medium weight plus flavors that coat the mouth on the lightly stony and youthfully austere finish. This is quite firm and will need extended patience. (90 93)2032+