In contrast to the openness of the prior wines, this is closed and still quite tight and only aggressive swirling liberates a spicy mix of earthy red berry fruit aromas that are very much in keeping with the earth-suffused, serious and strikingly textured full-bodied flavors that possess plenty of sève and a moderately austere finish. In sum, this is an outstanding Clos de Vougeot though one that will require ample patience.
Allen Meadows, Burghound, 92-95 points