2022 Domaine Jean & Gilles Lafouge Climat du Val, Auxey-Duresses Premier Cru, France 750ml

2022 Domaine Jean & Gilles Lafouge Climat du Val, Auxey-Duresses Premier Cru, France 750ml

$50.00
$54.00
Vintage
Grape/Blend
Pairing
Duck, Goose and Game Birds
Standard Bottle (750 mL) 51 units available

 

Tasting notes

Ripe yet very fresh aromas of black cherry, kirsch and earth have a liqueur-like quality to them. The delicious, round and agreeably punchy medium-bodied flavors conclude in a serious, firm and built-to-age finish. This well-balanced effort should be more than capable of delivering a decade plus of development potential though be approachable after only 3 to 4 years. Worth checking out.

Producer

Domaine Jean & Gilles Lafouge

One of my favorite insider domaines in Burgundy, Domaine Jean et Gilles Lafouge produces a range of impressively consistent and compelling wines from some 10 hectares spread across the appellations of Auxey-Duresses, Meursault and Pommard. Old vines, cultivated soils and classical winemaking are the rudiments of Gilles Lafouge's recipe for success. The clean and organized cuverie and cellar immediately communicate a sense of dedication and attention to detail that comes across just as strongly in the glass. This estate is a source of superb Meursault and Pommard, but don't neglect the range of ...