Producer: Domaine Ragot
Region: Burgundy,France
Varietal:Pinot Noir
Year:2020

Decanter, 93 Points

“Mulberry and blackcurrant fruit is complemented here with graphite, smoke, and spice notes. The minerality stems from a high percentage of iron in the soil. This sensation of firmness and structure comes through on the palate as grippy tannins and a satisfyingly long finish. Ragot has a hectare of east-facing vines in Clos Jus. The grapes are destemmed and given a cold soak before fermentation and aging in cask (40% new) for a year. The result is well balanced, full of fruit, and should age well.“

Winemaker Notes:

“Clos Jus lies at the very top end of Givry. This bottling comes from a 1-hectare parcel that was planted in 1990. The slope of red clay and limestone soils faces due east. Aging takes place in oak barrels, 30% of which are new, for between 12 and 15 months, depending on the vintage. Its brilliant crimson color emits a bouquet that evokes strawberry and blackberry along with notes of vanilla, licorice, and spice. Pleasurable now with grilled red meats, braised veal or cheeses like brie, camembert or reblochon, this wine will also benefit from 4 or 5 years of cellar time and considerably reward the patient consumer.“

Alcohol: 14%

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