2016 Cotes de Nuits Villages Vaucrains
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Silky looking with good intensity at the core. Lovely nose, mineral driven then a touch of delicate perfume before revealing red and black fruit character. Perfectly weighted, shows the upfront rich, fleshy fruit; sumptuous but not heavy, that is the hallmark of the reds of this 2016 vintage. Excellent freshness and soft tannins frame the gorgeous fruit and lead to a long and very impressive finish. Absolutely delicious and packed with potential.
Silky looking with good intensity at the core. Lovely nose, mineral driven then a touch of delicate perfume before revealing red and black fruit character. Perfectly weighted, shows the upfront rich, fleshy fruit; sumptuous but not heavy, that is the hallmark of the reds of this 2016 vintage. Excellent freshness and soft tannins frame the gorgeous fruit and lead to a long and very impressive finish. Absolutely delicious and packed with potential. Oct 2017, FINE+RARE, Drink: 2019-2025
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William Kelley, Wine Advocate
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Tasted from bottle, the 2016 Côte de Nuits-Villages Le Vaucrain (Domaine Louis Jadot) is showing very well indeed, opening in the glass with a classic bouquet of earthy cassis, wild plum and licorice. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a deep core of ripe but vibrant fruit, succulent acids and excellent concentration, framed by fine but chalky tannins that are classic Comblanchien. This parcel abuts Mugnier's Clos de la Maréchale, which is classified as a Nuits-Saint-Georges premier cru, and its superior location surely accounts for why this punches so far above its weight.
About the producer
Louis Jadot is arguably the most consistent négociant house in Burgundy. It has managed to straddle both the entry-level and fine wine market, while retaining respect in both.