Robert Groffier - Bonnes Mares 2020 (750ml)
Price: $857.00
| Producer | Robert Groffier |
| Country | France |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Sku | 1358103 |
| Size | 750ml |
Vinous: 96-98 Points
The 2020 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru comes from 80-year old vines: 100% whole bunch with one-third new oak. This takes time to unfold on the nose when often this cuvée is quite medium. The aromatics say: Hold your horses. Then it unfurls to reveal slightly tertiary black fruit tobacco and crushed limestone almost flinty aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with filigree tannins. Silky texture poised acidity this might be the most elegant and refined Bonnes-Mares that Nicolas Groffier has produced. I confess I could not resist swallowing my tasting measure. This is one of Nicolas Groffier's finest achievements to date. (Drink between 2025-2060)
Wine Spectator: 97 Points
This dense yet refined red is hallmarked by saturated flavors of black cherry black currant and sandalwood. Reveals earth mineral and oak spice elements which add depth as this plays out on the tightly wound finish. Compact and brooding for now yet with ample fruit and a chalky feel on the finish. Best from 2027 through 2046. From France.?B.S.
Jasper Morris: 94-96 Points
80 year old vines 100% whole bunch vinification one third new wood13.2% alcohol the first vines to be picked. Rich deep crimson colour. The bouquet suggests power but the detail must wait. A very rich ripe ball of fruit in the mouth succulent more a white soil style of Bonnes Mares. Very complete with just a fraction of torrefaction to add character at the end.
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