Domaine Drouhin-Laroze - Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru 'Lavaut Saint Jacques' - 2021

Mid crimson purple. The bouquet is one of the most elegant to date, on the floral side of raspberry. There is plenty to follow on the palate, in quite a discreet style, but with enough energy to carry the wine through to the finish, where once again the tannins have been discreetly managed. 92-94 Points Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy Here too there is a touch of crushed leaf character to the brooding aromas of wild berries, game and forest floor along with a similar hint of menthol. There is more size, weight and muscle to the more concentrated medium-bodied flavors that are at once succulent but powerful on the mineral-driven, very firm and lingering finish. Good potential here but patience also necessary as this too is a bit strict at present. 90-93 Points, Outstanding Allen Meadows, Burghound