Bonnes Mares, Grand Cru
    Drouhin Laroze

    Bonnes Mares, Grand Cru, 2018

    94-96/100
    Vinous
    Available Vintages
    Broking
    1. 2018

      6x75cl

      DP

      £813.53

    2. 2018

      3x1.5L

      DP

      £819.53

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

    As is so often the case, this is a little reticent at first, almost surly. However, the texture and shape are fine and nicely curved. Initially thick-set with a blast of flavour on the palate - deep, earthy dark berry and sloe flavours and then the wine kicks on and moves up a gear, the back half of the palate revealing more ethereal, elegant and floral fruit which persist and echo on the finish. This may take a little coaxing from the glass, but it is mightily impressive when it opens up. From 1.5ha planted on white soils on the Chambolle side of the appellation. Fermented with 30% percent whole bunches and aged in 80% new oak.

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    Critic Reviews

    94-96/100
    Neal Martin,
    Vinous
    The 2018 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru contains 30% whole clusters. It has a perfumed bouquet of blackberry, hints of cassis, crushed violet and touches of potpourri, very well defined and focused and delivering the intensity one expects from this growing season. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannins and just the right amount of acidity. Wonderful harmony and composure here, gently unfolding toward a satin-textured finish that lingers long in the mouth. <em>Bon vin</em>!
    drinking window 2023 - 2050
    date of review 01/2020

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    Specifications

    Country:
    France
    Region:
    Burgundy
    Appellation:
    Bonnes Mares
    style:
    Red Wine
    Grape Variety:
    Pinot Noir
    abv:
    13.5%

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