Joseph Drouhin Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru, Les Petits Monts, 2014

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• Domaine: Joseph Drouhin
• Appellation: Vosne-Romanée
• Classification: Premier Cru
• Origin: Côte de Nuits, Côte-d’Or, Burgundy (Bourgogne), France

Joseph Drouhin was founded in 1880 in Beaune, Burgundy, by Joseph Drouhin. The estate remains family-owned and is currently managed by the fourth generation of the Drouhin family. Joseph Drouhin owns and leases vineyards across some of the most prestigious appellations in Burgundy, including Côte de Beaune, Côte de Nuits, Chablis, and Beaujolais. Their extensive vineyard holdings allow them to produce a wide range of wines, from village-level to Grand Cru. Some of Joseph Drouhin's most iconic wines include their Clos des Mouches Premier Cru from Beaune, their Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru from the Côte de Nuits, and their Montrachet Grand Cru from the Côte de Beaune. These wines consistently receive high praise from critics and wine enthusiasts for their elegance, complexity, and aging potential. 

Limestone is a dominant soil type in many of Joseph Drouhin's vineyards, particularly in the Côte de Beaune. Limestone-rich soils are prized for their ability to impart minerality and finesse to the wines. These soils often contain high levels of calcium carbonate, which can vary in texture from compacted limestone to crumbly marl. Clay soils are prevalent in both the Côte de Beaune and the Côte de Nuits, providing structure and richness to the wines. Clay soils have excellent water retention properties, ensuring vines have access to moisture during dry periods. The presence of clay can contribute to the development of powerful, full-bodied wines with velvety tannins. Marl is a mixture of clay and limestone and is commonly found in Burgundy's vineyards. Marl soils offer a balance between drainage and water retention, promoting vine health and grape ripening. Wines produced from grapes grown in marl soils often exhibit a harmonious balance of fruitiness, acidity, and minerality. Some of Joseph Drouhin's vineyards may even contain pockets of gravel and sand, particularly in lower-lying areas. The diverse soil composition of Joseph Drouhin vineyards plays a crucial role in shaping the quality and character of their wines, reflecting the richness and complexity of Burgundy's terroir. 

Vosne-Romanée wines are produced in the commune of Vosne-Romanée and Flagey-Echezeaux,  north of Nuits Saint-Georges, this is one the most celebrated village of Burgundy, producing world-famous wines such as Romanee-Conti or Richebourg. 

2014 therefore announces itself as a very pretty vintage with yields which are globally in the average of the last ten years, with production being far superior to the 3 preceding, very small vintages. In 2014, the wines are structured with supple tannins and a great concentration. To drink now.

This wine comes from grapes and musts purchased from supply partners according to rigorous specifications. The grapes harvested by hands in open-work crates. If necessary, a careful sorting is proceeded. 

The primary grape variety used in this wine is Pinot Noir. Pinot Noir is the signature red grape of Burgundy and is renowned for its ability to reflect the terroir of the region. Supreme elegance! Beautiful color, with intense and bright reflections. The diversity of the aromas is striking: wild cherry, nutmeg, camphor wood, fine leather... Later on, the wine takes on a subtle aroma of truffle, producing the most varied palette. With its perfect balance between tannin and acidity, the wine has a fleshy, sturdy body. Powerful and long aftertaste. A wealth of harmonious sensations characterizes this great Burgundy.


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The Vosne-Romanée appellation is located in the heart of the Côte de Nuits in Burgundy and it lies along the famous Route des Grands Crus, an iconic route that passes through some of Burgundy’s greatest vineyards. It is situated between the villages of Nuits Saint-Georges to the south and Vougeot to the north, about 20 km south of Dijon. This small village covers a limited area but is home to some of the most prestigious vineyards, including famous Grands Crus such as La Romanée Conti, La Romanée, La Tâche and Richebourg. 

The terroir of Vosne Romanée is characterized by limestone soils mixed with clay and marl. The climate continental with warm summers and cool winters fostering the production of elegant wines. The vineyards benefit from an ideal orientation situated on the gentle slopes of the Côte d’Or at an average altitude of 250 to 300 meters. The vineyards of the Vosne Romanée covers around 175 hectares which includes Grands Crus vineyards, Premiers Crus vineyards (including 14 Premiers Crus Climats) and some village appellation vineyards. 

The style of Vosne Romanée wines is often described as a combination of elegance and power. This appellation produces red wines exclusively made from Pinot Noir, the emblematic grape of Burgundy; these wines represent the ultimate expression of this grape variety. Vosne Romanée wines are characterized by their bright ruby color, which deepens into garnet hues as they age. On the nose, these wines have a delicate and well-defined bouquet. They reveal complex and intense aromas of ripe red and black fruits such as cherry, raspberry and blackcurrant often accompanied by floral notes like rose or violet. On the palate, these wines are remarkably silky with fine tannins and well-balanced acidity. 

Some estates in this appellation are well known, such as : Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux, Maison Joseph Drouhin, Domaine Michel Gros, Domaine Perrot-Minot, Domaine Bruno Clair, Domaine Michel Noëllat, Domaine Dominique Mugneret, Domaine Louis Latour and Domaine Bouchard. 

 

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