2022 Clos de la Roche
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Benjamin used some whole bunch vinification, which he did not in Clos St-Denis. Fullish purple. Not yet racked so this fine Clos de la Roche will gain in purity what it already has in density. A splendid long rich finish, high class fruit throughout. A little more body than the Clos St-Denis.
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Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
Charles Curtis MW, Decanter
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Although it is difficult to find because of its tiny production, it is worthwhile to seek out the Clos de la Roche from Ben Leroux, with its distinctly 'Côte de Nuits' style, featuring a focused black cherry fruit and floral aroma and a structure that is firm and tannic, with a lovely concentration and a muscular feel. The grapes are partially destemmed and fermented by both punching down and pumping over before ageing in cask. The wine should open in five to seven years and will drink well for two decades beyond that.