2016 Vosne Romanee Les Brulees
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The 2016 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Aux Brûlées has one of the most introverted bouquets at first, but it unfurls nicely in the glass to offer intense black cherry, dark plum and bergamot aromas, a little more mineralité peeking through that carapace of fruit compared to its siblings. The palate is medium-bodied with supple fruit, well-judged acidity, blackberry and crushed strawberry laced with sea salt and a pinch of spice that segues into a linear and focused finish. Excellent, but it will require several years in bottle.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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One barrel a year. Bottled only in magnums and bigger formats. For charity. 20% whole bunch. 100% new oak. Barrel sample. Transparent purple. Easy and broad and perfumed. Lifted and very lively. Seems a little less weighty than some of the other premiers crus from this address. Light menthol note on the end. (JR)
About the producer
Since its rebirth in 2000, Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair has quickly become one of the most highly sought-after producers in Vosne-Romanée. The most prized wine from the estate is their monopole Grand Cru La Romanée.