2015 Domaine Jean Grivot, Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru, Aux Brulees

The 2015 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Aux Brûlées has a very complex nose that is quintessential Brûlées: red berry fruit, savory, hints of game with a smear of Seville orange marmalade. The palate is medium-bodied with supple ripe red berry fruit, a more masculine and structured wine with black pepper and even graphite notes towards the compelling but quite classic finish. Wonderful length here, this is a Vosne-Romanée that will require several years in bottle.

Bright, dark red. Smoky red berries, black cherry and a whiff of meat on the nose. Wonderfully silky and sweet, with dark berry and chocolate flavors showing lovely subtle floral lift. This very juicy, savory wine finishes with firm but fine tannins and terrific length. I like the combination of sophisticated texture and mineral-driven verve.