2023 Domaine Prieure Roch Clos des Varoilles Monopole Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru 750ml

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2023 Domaine Prieure Roch Clos des Varoilles Monopole Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru 750mlAbout This Wine Clos des Varoilles is a 6 hectare monopole in the northern part of Gevrey Chambertin within the Combe Lavaux. Domaine Prieur Roch acquired the vineyard and produces two wines from the site. Clos des Varoilles is described as the finest and most detailed expression from the monopole. The wine is sourced from the southern section of the vineyard, where optimum exposure contributes finesse and elegance. The 2023 vintage was described by

The outstanding 2012 vintage is widely regarded as one of the finest Barossa vintages of the decade

this flagship wine continues a legacy that has made Nine Popes one of the country's most iconic and collectible red blends

plum and blackberry with hints of anise

aromatic depth

all grand crus

Layers of licorice

The wine is crafted from Tarraford

hazelnuts and wet stones

Llew Knight began working with his parents to produce family wines in 1979 and has crafted every vintage since

spice and tobacco pouch tones

The proportion of new oak varies between 45% and 100% depending on the vintage

the wine was left alone in barrel - no stirring