2021 Gevrey Chambertin Clos Prieur
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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Cask sample. Mid crimson. Deeper and richer on the nose than the Clos des Mouches – the darker, peppery fruit of the Côte de Nuits. Yet there’s fruit and oak sweetness that is also seductive. Succulent and mouth-watering, yet with firm tannins bolstered by well-judged oak. Savoury, spicy aftertaste. (JH)
The 2021 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Prieur 1er Cru is another to add to a list of impressive wines from this less well-known Premier Cru. Vivid red berries, black olive and light limestone aromas waft temptingly from the glass and dupe you into thinking you're in more noble territory. The palate is very well balanced with fine definition, taut and fresh with a crisp and vivacious finish that has the sapidity to urge you back for more. Expect this to land at the top of my banded score.
About the producer
Joseph Drouhin is one of the largest and most famous producers in Burgundy, making both domaine and négociant wines. It remains family-owned and run, now in the hands of the fourth generation.