2022 - Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Clos des Reas, Michel Gros

The 2022 Vosne-Romanée Clos des Réas 1er Cru is the monopole of the Domaine where they recently conducted a geological study revealing much of the vineyard consists of marl with clay/limestone topsoil. It offers a perfumed, floral bouquet with redcurrant, cranberry, and strawberry fruit. It is a little strict at the moment. The medium-bodied palate is lightly spiced with fine tannins, nuanced, but it fans out with zeal toward the finish. It's the kind of Premier Cru that grows on you the more that you are acquainted. One of the best examples that I have tasted in recent years.

Monopole. Cask sample. Lots more oak on show compared with the village Vosne. Needs time once bottled. Darker fruit on the palate. Sweetness as well. A lovely combination of ripe tannins, high-quality oak, ripe fruit and bright acidity. Best to keep this for at least 12–18 months though. Lovely sweetness on the finish. (AWH)