2023, Domaine Joannès Violot-Guillemard, POMMARD, 1er Cru, 'Rugiens', Vins BIOAnother of the would be grand crus Rugiens sits just a bit higher up on the Volnay side. Deep ruby. Slightly reductive nose. Round, mineral attack. Fine, long, finish, textured. Concentrated, elegant and mineral. Katharine Maude 11 04 2025. 100% whole bunch vinification, made in 2 x 400 litre ceramic, 114 globe, 5 new barrels, all from different coopers, and 2 older barrels. More important is the blend: mid purple, a robust raspberry fruit, more grape

charming and sophisticated of the First Growths

So vibrant and minerally with salt and dried apple

then the textured tannins settle surrounded by succulent cherry

The fruit in this is superb

although a beautiful mint freshness gives a welcome cooling blash on the finish

but Bibi says that 2021 was also very warm (with more violent heat spikes during the summer)

and it should cruise to its 30th birthday with ease

fragrant and rich blackberry notes on the nose

iris flowers and a touch of spice

Rich and luscious in feel

giving way to hints of iris

This will be difficult to resist in its youth