2014 Domaine Ponsot Morey-Saint-Denis Cuvée des Alouettes 1er Cru
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The 2014 Morey Saint Denis 1er Cru Allouettes has an introspective bouquet. There is something "steely" about this: cold metal, copper piping underneath the transparent red berry fruit. The palate is quite harmonious on the entry. There is a taut line of acidity here, clean and crisp, very linear with touches of bitter cherry towards the finish. There is something "moody" about this Morey-Saint-Denis, which may well be its way of saying that it needs to be cellared for 3-5 years.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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Pale blueish crimson. Heady nose that is immediately captivating. Broad array of fresh (raspberry?) fruit and spices. Juicy fruit on the palate. Racy stuff with crackling taffeta texture. Massive energy. (JR)
A slightly riper and more complex nose presents notes of red currant, floral, spice and notably earthy aromas. The energetic, punchy and well-delineated flavors culminate in a lightly mineral-inflected, delicious and well-balanced finale. This moderately firm effort should be drinkable after only 6 to 8 years if desired. 89-92 Points.
About the producer
Domaine Ponsot is one of the most well-known estates in the Côte de Nuits, famed for owning three of the original four hectares of the Clos de la Roche Grand Cru. The legendary domaine also produces another nine Grand Cru cuvées.