Domaine Leroy, Clos Vougeot

Domaine Leroy, Clos VougeotStill a deep ruby color that displays only a touch of lightening at the rim and that impression of youthfulness is reinforced by the distinctly earthy nose that exhibits moderate secondary development but certainly no sous bois. On the palate this is a fascinating wine of power and intensity yet without weight or heaviness, and the usual austerity of classic Clos de Vougeot is only a background element as the rich, full bodied, sappy and highly

The 2015 Le Petit Mouton feels a little closed on the nose

What immediately impresses about the broad-shouldered flavors is how fine they are which is not always the case with the typical Bâtard

The Fonseca is probably more powerful in the Fladgate Group offerings in this vintage (and

(from 5 different parcels located in La Columbière

all wrapped in a highly complex

Depending on one’s point of view

complicated by nuances of violet and flint

Their vintage ports seem slow to develop

the Les Cailles ratchets it up yet another notch with its spicy and pure blend of cassis

76 ha parcel)

dense wine

There is good verve and reasonably good detail to the lightly mineral-inflected medium-bodied flavors that possess solid concentration on the lingering and balanced finish