Domaine Comte Georges de Vogue Bonnes Mares 2016

Description

100% Pinot Noir

“94-96 The 2016 Bonnes Mares Grand Cru was 70% affected by the frost, though François explained that the north side was spared the damage. It offers slightly darker fruit on the nose compared to the Les Amoureuses: blackcurrant, tobacco, sage and in the background a touch of flint and violet petal. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grain tannin, though not quite as supple as the Les Amoureuses.
I admire the symmetry here: a detailed and linear Bonnes Mares with impressive mineralité on the finish that lingers 45 to 60 seconds after the wine has departed.” (WINE ADVOCATE Neal Martin – 12/2017)

“94-98 Rich mid purple, violets and indeed some floral notes on the nose, with peonies and violets, beautiful harmony on the palate, more Chambolle than Morey in style for once. This has a particularly noble texture, with fine grained cherries up front, and myrtilles at the back. Juicy and sappy says Francois Millet, adding the descriptor lumineux after reflection. Keep for twenty years minimum, please.” (Jasper Morris MW – 01/2018)

“96 Located entirely on red clays in the south-eastern corner of the Grand Cru, this is generally the densest and most powerful wine at the domaine, even if it’s poured before the Musigny. Textured, glossy and sweetly oaked, with some forest floor and Asian spice notes, blueberry sweetness and a compact, age worthy finish. 2030-40.” (Tim Atkin MW – 01/2018)