Drouhin Laroze, Gevrey Chambertin Clos Prieur

Drouhin Laroze, Gevrey Chambertin Clos Prieur(from a parcel of . 30 ha that was planted in 1954 though a section was replanted in 2003; vinified with 25% whole clusters). An expressive and agreeably fresh nose combines notes of red cherry, currant, earth and a whiff of humus. The palate impression is one of generosity, even opulence as the medium bodied flavors really fan out on the saline inflected finish. Once again this is not especially complex but the underlying material appears to have

cream and white flowers on the nose lead seamlessly onto the palate

and very difficult for me to taste without passion

Expansive orange

spice and discreet wood nuances

An elegant and pure nose is notably ripe but evidences ample classic Chablis aromas that include pear

soy and anise

000 vines per hectare

Asili is a vineyard renowned for its finesse

forward style of the year

It is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvedre (this is sometimes a split of Syrah and Mourvedre) that’s aged mostly in 1-2-and 3-year-old

The pH is 3

giving way to a core of wild blueberries