Domaine Bruno Clair Bonnes Mares Grand Cru Burgundy France, 2013, 750

BH 94

"An all but invisible veneer of wood integrates seamlessly with the intensely earthy and wonderfully complex dark berry fruit aromas that display top notes of spice and dried flowers along with a hint of herbal tea. As one might reasonably expect there is excellent power, volume and muscle to the attractive mineral-driven broad-shouldered flavors that possess a notably different texture compared to the Clos de Bèze on the hugely long finish. Unlike the Clos de Bèze however this beauty will probably be approachable after only 7 to 8 years of cellaring".

From the Domaine

• GRAPE VARIETYPinot Noir
• ACREAGE1.6413 hectares
• SoilClay limestone
• SubsoilLimestone with entroques and Ostrea acuminata marls
• ORIENTATIONSouth-east
• AVERAGE ALTITUDE280m
• YEAR OF PLANTING1946, 1962, 1978, 1980
• Vinification30–50% whole bunches; 10–15 days maceration in wooden vats
• MATURATION18–20 months in oak barrels; approx. 45% new barrels
• TASTING NOTESVery deep red robe
  Nose of black fruits and spices
  A powerful and complex wine of remarkable length
• LAYING DOWN10 years minimum