2020 Clos Vougeot
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Cask sample. Oak dominating at the moment but there is such a wonderful cushion of ripe fruit, velvety tannins and fresh acidity, this will develop into a spectacular Clos de Vougeot given 3–5 years' ageing. Juicy, succulent, no harsh edges, muscular but also refined. (AWH)
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Neal Martin, Vinous
Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
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The 2020 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru is very promising, unfurling in the glass with aromas of wild berries, cherries, orange rind, potpourri and loamy soil. Full-bodied, velvety and concentrated, it's seamless and complete, with superb depth at the core and a long, resonant finish. It will be fascinating to compare with the 2019 rendition in two decades' time.
Apart from 2017, Jean-Nicolas M�o only makes one commercially available cuv�e of his substantial holding of Clos de Vougeot. Even purple throughout. This is a sturdy, weighty, richly dark fruited, multi-layered wine, with great potential for the long term. Ripe but not exaggerated. Tasted: December 2021
The 2020 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru had to shake off a little reduction before revealing its minerally blackberry, raspberry and cassis fruit. Wilted rose petal emerge with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, nicely focused yet surprisingly strict and linear at the moment. This will gain "shoulders" once in bottle.