Jean Grivot Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru

2023

Burghound 93-95: A more subtle application of wood is present on the ultra-fresh nose of crushed red berries and plenty of just turned earth character. The sleek, succulent and equally generously proportioned larger-bodied flavors display excellent power on the impressively long finish that is classically austere, compact and built-to-age. I especially like the balance and this is a potentially great Clos de Vougeot.

Vinous 94-96: The 2023 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru has a very succinct bouquet. It's one of the cuvées from Grivot with what feels like darker fruit than others. This is beautifully defined, with hints of sea cave/oyster shell and a dash of black pepper that manifests with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied and velvety smooth, with pliant tannins, moderate depth and orange rind, blood oranges and a hint of cardamom toward the finish. This is quite a complex Clos de Vougeot that should age with style.