2022 Morey St Denis 1er Cru
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Assemblage of three parcels in the premiers crus La Riotte, Le Village and Les Blanchards, east of Clos des Lambrays, so Les Loups is not strictly a premier cru itself but a proprietary name. Clay mainly. Vine age 30–60 years. 40% whole bunches. 17 months in 20% new oak . Very bright mid crimson. Rich but textured and this tastes like essence of 2022. There’s sweetness and floral character – a hint of crystallised violets. Lots of grip, persistence and future here. (JR)
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Matthew Hayes, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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From 1.5 ha (3.7 acres) of vines at the bottom of the slope, including young vines (planted in 2000) in the Clos de Lambrays itself and Les Blanchards. Deeper soils with substantial clay. 40–45% whole clusters. Tank sample. Medium ruby. Red-berried fruits, red cherries, raspberry and a touch of cassis. Wood smoke, too, and spice. Fresh acidity. Firm and quite robust offering real classic Morey character. (MH)
About the producer
Domaine des Lambrays is one of Morey-Saint-Denis’s most famous estates, its history closely tied to the Grand Cru from which it takes its name – Clos des Lambrays.