2023, Maison Benjamin Leroux, VOSNE-ROMANÉE, VillageDense purple, though the nose needs and will get a freshening. The fruit though shows its paces in the mouth, with all the nobility of fine Vosne Romane, very sensual but with a backbone built for the long term. Delicious, and will be even better when freshened up. Drink from 2031 2036. Tasted Oct 2024. **** 90 92 Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy. The 2023 Vosne Romane Village contains around 40% whole bunches. This feels quite fresh on the nose.

Nicely controlled on the finish

The 2023 Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru offers more perfume and florality than the Village Cru

91 Georgina Hindle

The 2024 Montrose is a serious

This is also excellent for its level and warmly recommended

cedar and light pressed flower scents

"I hope this is not too expensive because it really is terrific

providing relief and contrast to the supple and silky fruits

Second wine of Château Haut-Brion

with juice and character

with black tea

slim through the palate