2017 Clos du Roy (Fronsac)
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The 2017 Beaune Clos du Roi 1er Cru has a generous, delineated bouquet of dark cherries, mulberry and light wild heather scents, opening nicely in the glass. The palate is fresh and vibrant, delivering plenty of concentration. Very Volnay-like, with a pure, grippy finish, and quite modern in style; nevertheless, this has great potential. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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Light crimson. So pretty on the nose, subtle and scented with red fruit. Wonderful delicacy without loss of intensity. Refined texture, gentle but with great length. A subtle beauty. (JH)
The 2017 Beaune Clos du Roi 1er Cru has a tightly wound bouquet at first, gradually unfolding to reveal blackberry, raspberry preserve and light rose petal aromas. There is a touch of cold steel here. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, and shows plenty of rondeur on the entry. Juicy and almost nubile, this is a Clos du Roi that will be difficult to resist in its youth.