Domaine Ponsot, Clos Vougeot Vv Vintage:2011 This is a vintage where

This is a vintage where managing the crop load was critical in achieving balance

this is an attractive mix of beautiful fruit and ample Gevrey character

Moderately strong wood and menthol elements frame the aromas of essence of red cherry

we engaged in a long discussion about viticulture and the philosophy behind his portfolio

It just needs more complexity and terroir expression on the finish

Domaine Ponsot, Clos Vougeot Vv Vintage:2011 This is a vintage whereThis is also brooding and reticent with an intensely earthy nose of both red and dark pinot fruit that is trimmed in hints of game, leather and herbal tea. The old vines are very much in evidence as there is a true abundance of palate soaking dry extract that imparts a velvety mouth feel to the mid palate and buffers the very firm tannins on the youthfully austere, complex and hugely long finish. This is seriously impressive. (93 96) 2026+