1991 Clos de la Roche

I thought Lecheneaut's 1991 Clos de la Roche (mindboggling and magnificent in both 1990 and 1992) to be less impressive and more narrowly constructed than either of the 1991 premier crus from Nuits St.-Georges. How can I be right? Keep in mind that I say that even though I believe that Clos de la Roche, along with Clos St.-Denis and Bonnes Mares are Burgundy's three most underrated grand cru vineyards. Nevertheless, while Lecheneaut's Clos de la Roche reveals good elegance, and spicy, ripe fruitiness, it lacks the depth and concentration of his Nuits St.-Georges-Les Cailles. I would opt for drinking it over the next 7-8 years. Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC.