2022, Domaine A. -F. Gros, BEAUNE, 1er Cru, 'Les Boucherottes'Once again there is an appealing air quality to the pretty blend of mostly red and dark cherry scents that exude a subtle earthiness. The sleek, refined and more generously proportioned, if less concentrated, flavours possess a beguiling texture while retaining good delineation on the youthfully austere, complex and balanced finale. While this should be capable of rewarding up to a decade of keeping, it should be approachable after only 4 to 5 years

and gentle but insistent grip

black raspberries

Freshness and delicacy mark the palate too

more so than I would personally like compared to the L'Aurage

41% Merlot)

its structuring tannins largely concealed by succulent fruit

tightly in control

The palate is well-balanced with a touch of reduction on the entry

A very pretty mid purple with a clean fruit

The bouquet is exquisite albeit alongside its oak

this fans out with style

Great florality and perfume surrounding the fruit on the palate too