2023, Domaine A. -F. Gros, VOSNE-ROMANÉE, 'Aux Réas'

Pulled out half a hectare (161/49 rootstock issue) after 2022 and replanted in 2023. Mid crimson to ruby, with a slightly more savoury nose than the Chalandins. Discreet up front then some cherries emerge further back. A spicy style of Vosneafter the gloss of Chalandins, with perhaps greater length as well as structure. Drink from 2029-2034.
**** 90-93 Jasper Morris MW

Ripe though again attractively fresh nose speak of red and dark currant, plum, exotic tea and a range of floral elements. The succulent but quite punchymedium-bodied flavours also flash good power on the balanced, long and youthfully austere finale. This is also excellent for its level and warmly recommended.
Outstanding Top Value.
90-92 Allen Meadows, Burghound.