Albert Bichot (Clos Frantin), Clos Vougeot

Albert Bichot (Clos Frantin), Clos Vougeot(from a . 72 ha parcel). A moderately high toned nose features primarily notes of various red berries, earth and a hint of leather. Additionally there first rate freshness and verve to the precise, intense and muscular yet caressing and succulent big bodied flavors that are supported by a driving, powerful and very serious finish that is, not surprisingly, youthfully austere. This isnt a refined version of the appellation but it doesnt lack for

Bursting with aromas of mirabelle plum

It’s not just the complex flavour range and superb persistence that marks this wine

along with the energy to age beautifully for the next 20+ years

Like the Lavaut

brambly blackberry fruits

The tannins possess gorgeous silkiness

the wood influence is subtle though not imperceptible on the slightly cooler aromas of lavender

red berries

The tannins are firm and tight

plum liqueur dark currant

round and delicious medium-bodied flavors that are shaped by relatively fine-grained tannins while offering good length on the balanced finish

almost decadent aromas of plum