Moderate but not invasive wood sets off overtly floral red and dark berry fruit aromas that are liberally spiked with warm earth and spice wisps. There is a refined,even caressing texture to the medium-bodied flavors that possess good levels of dry extract along with solid punch and power on the firm and lightly austere finale. BH
The 2019 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru unwinds in the glass with aromas of sweet berries, raw cocoa, loamy soil and incense. Medium to full-bodied, deep and elegantly muscular, it has lively acids, powdery tannins and a classically balanced, youthfully reserved profile. RP
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Chateau de la Tour Clos Vougeot Cuvee Classique Grand Cru 2020
The 2020 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru unwinds in the glass with aromas of wild berries and plums mingled with orange rind, raw cocoa and exotic spices. Full-bodied, velvety and concentrated, with lively acids and powdery tannins, it's seamless and elegant, its depth and plenitude of fruit harmoniously balanced by the wine's structural elements. RP