2011 Clos Vougeot
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Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. The Clos de Vougeot 2011 from Louis Jadot has a relatively simple bouquet that lacks the complexity of some of its peers, although at least it is clean and fresh and less green. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, touches of white pepper and sous-bois that form its masculine, austere, but at the end of the day, not disagreeable finish. This is one for those that like classic style of Clos de Vougeot.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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NHB. Real interest on the nose here in the autumn-undergrowth spectrum. Lots of slightly simple cherry fruit and a little bit of austerity on the finish. Correct rather than heart-stopping. Morello-cherry flavours. (JR)
Good medium red. Raspberry, redcurrant and strong spicy oak on the nose. Densely packed but a bit youthfully rough today, with raspberry and spicy oak flavors framed by sound acidity and substantial dusty tannins. Plenty of breadth and energy here but this grand cru will need at least a couple more years to harmonize in bottle.
Pale crimson. Surprisingly light for a grand cru. Pretty tough on the finish. Hard work! I certainly wouldn't pay this money for it on the basis of this particular sample, I'm afraid. (JR)
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.