Vosne Romanee Aux Reignots Jean Grivot 2012
Vosne Romanee Aux Reignots Jean Grivot 2012 is a dry, medium-bodied red from Pinot Noir (Vosne-Romanee, France), in the medium, savoury reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity fresh; oak influence is some. Good with duck, salmon, roast chicken, bolognese. Cheapest offer £335.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Gevrey Chambertin Aux Combottes David Duband Magnum 2010 | £330.00 | |||
| Volnay 1er Cru Coche Dury 1995 Coche-Dury · Burgundy | £340.00 |
With a family history that goes back to the French Revolution, Jean Grivot is considered one of the top and most consistent names in Vosne-Romanée. The Domaine is known for its intense, perfumed Pinot Noirs, with bright red fruit at their core. This particular cuvée hails from the Premier Cru ‘Aux Reignots’, where Grivot owns a tiny 0.07-hectare plot. This 1996 offers a complex structure with layers of earthy undertones and subtle fruit characteristics. On the palate, it offers a robust structure, with layers of red fruit, earthiness, and subtle spice.