From a parcel at the top of the Clos de Vougeot slope, this wine shows fine concentration and rich tannins. It has a velvet allure that allows the sweet fruits to shine, but then reveals solid tannins. Black fruits, wood, spice and fresh acidity all sit well in the mix. ——R.V.(10/1/2009)—— 93

For a Clos de Vougeot, this is at first surprisingly mineral. Only as the wine opens in the mouth do you find this beautiful ripe fruit, an explosion of red berries driven forward by black plum skin flavors and dark tannins. It is certainly powerful, but manages to wear its power lightly.——R.V.(8/1/2008)—— 94

A dark, brooding wine from superripe grapes. There is a lot of structure, though not much fruit at this point. Very dry and firm, with its richness coming from its concentrated tannins. This certainly needs to age, 5–10 years at least. ——R.V.(3/1/2007)—— 92