The saturated ruby/purple-colored 1996 Clos de Vougeot has profound red cherry, rose, raspberry, and cinnamon aromas. Its medium-to-full-bodied, satin-textured personality is highly structured and youthfully firm. This wine's flavor profile is composed of bright black raspberries, cherries, blackberries, and copious spices. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2012+.

More difficult to get a sense of this from the aromas. A vegetal note gives way to cherry and berry flavors in a sleek, elegant frame. It's less developed and in an awkward stage now, but give this the benefit of the doubt. Domaine Leroy non-blind tasting (6/08). Best from 2012 through 2052.??–BS??Region: France / Burgundy / Clos de Vougeot Select to Add