Joseph Drouhin Vosne-Romanee 2017 La Scolca "The first-growth 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon

"The first-growth 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard flirts again with a potential perfect score when it is finally in bottle

fine spice nuances in the finish

and a satisfyingly long finish

violet as well as fine hints of nutmeg

delicate notes of red berry and gooseberry and fruits that remind you of summer pudding and raspberry Eton mess this wine is ideal for warm summer day drinking or an aperitif to start the evening off

Joseph Drouhin Vosne-Romanee 2017 La Scolca "The first-growth 2015 Cabernet SauvignonAn initial whiff of reduction dissipates to display tart red cherry on this wine's subtle nose. The palate comes in with crunch, showing edges of iron oxide and pepper made vivid by brightness and freshness. Underneath it all is a firm, fine texture. A graceful and lasting framework of tannin lets the freshness and fruit shine in all their elegance. Anne Krebiehl MW