Domaine De La Vougeraie Vougeot 1er Cru Les Cras 2022
The Wine
91-94 Pts Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy 'A racily fresh purple, with a bouquet full of floral energy, as was the village Vougeot. Again, I could imagine whole bunches but there are none. Perhaps what I am tasting is the effect of retaining whole berries from the top-end destemmer which they now use, suggests Sylvie. A saline finish alongside abundant red fruit. Drink from 2030-2037'.
91-93 Pts 'Outstanding' Allen Meadows 'Firm reduction and oak toast are all that can be discerned at present. More interesting are the sleek, vibrant and moderately refined middleweight flavors that also flash plenty of minerality on the tautly muscular, linear and firmly austere finale. This is very good but the word Cistercian comes to mind so patience advised.'
91-93 Pts Neal Martin, Vinous 'The 2022 Vougeot Les Cras 1er Cru has an uncomplicated nose: black plum and briar, missing a bit of presence compared to some of the other cuvées. The palate is more promising, with a corpulent entry counterbalanced by a silver bead of acidity, quite strict, finishing with a touch of sour cherry. Quite peppery on the aftertaste. Worth seeking out. Drink 2026-2038.'
The Details
Variety - Pinot Noir
Country - France
Region - Burgundy
Extra - Cork
Year - 2022
Volume - 750ml

