Burghound Score: 93
Tasted: Nov 22, 2022
Drink: Now
Tasting note: Still a deep ruby color that displays only a touch of lightening at the rim and that impression of youthfulness is reinforced by the distinctly earthy nose that exhibits moderate secondary development but certainly no sous bois. On the palate this is a fascinating wine of power and intensity yet without weight or heaviness, and the usual austerity of classic Clos de Vougeot is only a background element as the rich, full-bodied, sappy and highly complex flavors are underpinned by supple tannins that have none of the aggressiveness of the typical '95 today. In fact, this is really quite forward and while it should hold for many years at this level, I don't see any further improvement potential. Tasted several times over the years, and twice in 2016, with mostly consistent results though some bottles do seem more advanced than others; my ratings have varied between 91 and 93.
