2021, Domaine d'Eugénie, CLOS VOUGEOT, Grand Cru, Magnum (1500ml)The 2021 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru leans more towards black fruit on the nose, touches of pressed iris flower and light graphite aromas. The palate is well balanced and incorporates the 75% whole clusters well. Grainy tannins, very focused, quite mineral driven with a persistent saline finish. Excellent. 93 95 Neal Martin, Vinous (2022). Drinking Window: 2026 2043

13% cabernet sauvignon and 2% cabernet franc

much of which are characterized by clay-rich gravels

He also has a new vineyard property near Fiesole

white pepper and thyme towards the finish

violet nose

it is nakedly chalky

This is very good for its level and worth a look

Cool and clean with focus

the 2021 Saint-Joseph offers a red-fruited profile paired with earthy gradations and leafy undertones

all wrapped in a youthfully austere and impressively long finish

Jean-Baptiste Guinaudeau so often sets the conversation in a vintage

whereas Block 2 needs more time