Y. Clerget, Clos Vougeot other_regions_australia Note however that this is

Note however that this is one very structured wine that will require a lengthy stay in a cool cellar to arrive at its full peak

the presence of slightly forward aromas leads me to believe it is best enjoyed sooner rather than later

which allowed the Cabernet Franc to complete the final ripening phase in a uniform fashion

incense and orange peel are all very much alive in the glass

Moderate wood influence sets off notably ripe liqueur-like aromas of cassis

Y. Clerget, Clos Vougeot other_regions_australia Note however that this is(from a parcel of ~. 34 ha in Grand Maupertuis; vinified with 50% whole clusters). A notably floralinflected nose requires aggressive swirling to reveal its aromas of red currant, black cherry, plum and plenty of freshly turned earth character. The racy, intense and decidedly powerful large scaled flavors possess excellent detail on the finish that firms up very fast. Like the Rugiens this youthfully austere effort is not blessed with outstanding mid