2018 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos Prieur, Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
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Winemaker:Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
This vineyard lies south of Au Closeau, and also neighbours Grand Cru Mazis-Chambertin, which is just across the Route des Grands Crus. It is always one of the most delicate and elegant of the village’s 1st Growths. In colour, medium deep ruby-purple, with richly smoky aromas. Palate shows intense, bright fruitiness, medium body, elegant, silky texture and fine harmony on the finish (for drinking 2022-2032+).
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| Wine Name | Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Clos Prieur, Domaine Drouhin-Laroze |
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| Product Code | CJ2F18RA |
| Customs Status | Duty Paid |
| Tax Status | Inc Tax |
Winemaker
Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
This long-established Domaine has magnificent vineyard-holdings in the northern Côte de Nuits, with many First Growths, and also no less than six of the greatest Grands Crus. The barrels age in perfect conditions of humidity and temperature in underground, two-storied cellars which date back to construction after Waterloo, around 1825. Many subtle improvements were introduced here as Philippe Drouhin took over from his father Bernard. Now we are witnessing a second generational change, as Philippe and his wife Christine encourage their well-qualified children Nicolas and Caroline to take over the reins. In the past, all grape-bunches were de-stemmed, but now different proportions of whole clusters are being added to certain Cuvées. From village-level offerings up to the rarest Grands Crus, these wines offer superb quality across the range.