Producer | Morey-Blanc |
Country | France |
Region | Burgundy |
Subregion | Aloxe-corton |
Varietal | Pinot Noir |
Vintage | 2018 |
Sku | 1358076 |
Size | 750ml |
Aromas of cherries cassis and plums complemented by rich bass notes of dark chocolate and loamy soil introduce the 2018 Aloxe-Corton 1er Cru Clos du Chapitre a medium to full-bodied firm and muscular wine its deep core of concentrated fruit structured around an ample chassis of youthfully chewy tannin. This is a powerful old-school Aloxe with plenty of stuffing but it will demand patience.
This too is agreeably fresh with more earth influence on the mix of various red berry scents. The succulent even juicy medium weight flavors possess a generous mid-palate texture that contrasts somewhat with the firm rustic and slightly short finish. This will probably come together but it's awkward today. (Drink starting 2028)
vThe 2018 Aloxe-Corton Clos du Chapitre 1er Cru is a cru that Anne Morey said was difficult to place within her portfolio but it is certainly worth seeking out. It has a light slightly tertiary bouquet that just needs a little more intensity to accentuate the licorice-tinged cassis fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a sweet core of black cherry and boysenberry fruit and again hints of licorice. The well-defined finish lingers in the mouth. Excellent. (Drink between 2023-2037)
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