2017 Domaine Robert Groffier Pere & Fils Les Hauts Doix, Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru, France 750ml

Domaine Robert Groffier makes some of the very best, age worthy red Burgundies. Nicolas has been reducing the use of new wood, and including whole clusters for the fermentation when the conditions favor. The percentage of stems included depends on the appellation and vintage. Nicolas says they taste the stems to decide the ripeness and percentage to include. Typically Chambertin Clos de Beze is made 100% whole cluster without destemming, and a big percentage of stems is included in Bonnes Mares, and Chambolle Sentiers. The vineyard work is impeccable at Groffier using predominantly Cordon de ...