2009 Clos de la Roche
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Tasting notes
Magnum. Fragrant nose yet the palate is rather bitter and leafy. Lean structure. Not the most pleasurable burgundy. Not the most typical 2009 either. (RH)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
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Sweet and rich and round but without the thrill factor of a really good Clos de la Roche. (JR)
Good deep red. Medicinal aromas of crushed black cherry, wild herbs and brown spices. Thicker on entry than the Clos Saint-Denis, then sweet, thick and powerful in the middle, with terrific medicinal reserve to the dark berry and licorice flavors. Densely packed and very backward today, even more dominated by its powerful backbone than the Clos Saint-Denis.
About the producer
Nicolas Potel is one of Burgundy’s most talented and connected winemakers. He created Maison Roche de Bellene, the négoce arm of Domaine de Bellene, in 2008, using his extensive network in the region to source top-quality fruit for an "haute couture" négociant operation.