"Our parcel Au Closeau, planted in 1943, measures 0.44 ha, or 80% of the parcel's total surface - almost a monopoly for the Domaine. Au Closeau is located at the southern end of Gevrey Chambertin, across from Mazis-Chambertin. The Gevrey-Chambertin 1ers Crus are matured 40% in new oak, the balance made up of casks that have undergone one vinification. Their oak comes from the Allier and the Nivernais. We favour a light to "medium plus" toast to obtain perfect harmony between the wine and oak's tannins. This wine is a deep ruby with a delicious nose including red and black fruit and mixed spices. The blend on the palate of more cherry, vanilla and raspberry aromas, brings freshness to this round, fleshy and silky texture. The delicacy of these aromas and the fruit on the finish make this a very charming appellation. Serving temperature: 16 à 18° Matching food: Grilled red meat, Roast pork & Mild cheeses like Cîteaux Brillat-Savarin"
Drouhin-Laroze
"30% whole bunch vinification shows happily because the fruit is really quite ripe. There is a sweetness of fruit which stops short of cloying, and the oak currently shows a bit. But this should come together pleasingly." Jasper Morris 90-93p
"Drouhin is the only producer of this tiny .53 ha vineyard and owns 83% of it, or .44 ha; from vines planted in 1943; vinified with 25% whole clusters An airy nose reflects notes of red currant, wild blackberry and plenty of floral wisps. Here too the mouthfeel of the medium weight flavors is relatively refined with good vibrancy that carries over to the slightly more complex and persistent finish. *Burghound Outstanding!* "Burghound 89-92p
"Due to the vigour of this parcel, the Domaine undertook a green harvest in making their 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Au Closeau 1er Cru. It is fragrant and pure on the nose: blackberry, raspberry and light wild strawberry scents comingle, just a touch of vanilla emanating from the oak (60%). The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, the 40% whole bunch imparting pleasant white pepper and bay leaf notes that lends another dimension on the juicy finish. This is well worth looking out for. Vinous 91p
