Clos de la Roche Grand Cru

The domaine owns four small parcels totaling 1.05 hectares in this hallowed grand cru, with vines averaging 55 years of age. The nose here is a maelstrom of Indian spice and site-typical salinity, notes of which carry through onto a surprisingly precise and driving palate of exceptional length. Like the Clos-Saint-Denis, its tannins are formidable but thoroughly coated in fruit, offering both early-drinking potential and lots of upside in the cellar. (40% new oak.)