Domaine Armand Rousseau - Clos de la Roche 2021
Price: $989.95
| Producer | Domaine Armand Rousseau |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Subregion | Cote de Nuits |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Sku | 12486 |
Domaine Armand Rousseau is one of the most esteemed wine producers in Burgundy, France, renowned for its exceptional Pinot Noir from the Côte de Nuits, particularly in Gevrey-Chambertin. Founded in the early 20th century by Armand Rousseau, the domaine quickly gained a reputation for its dedication to quality and its pioneering role in estate bottling—a rarity at the time. Today, under the direction of Eric Rousseau, the domaine continues to be family-run and upholds a traditional, minimalist approach to winemaking, emphasizing terroir expression and longevity. Their holdings include some of Burgundy’s most celebrated Grand Cru vineyards, such as Chambertin, Clos de Bèze, and Clos Saint-Jacques, with wines that are known for their elegance, depth, and age-worthiness. Domaine Armand Rousseau is considered a benchmark for classic Burgundy and is highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs around the world.
Wine Spectator: 96 Points
Although fragrant and expressive, this red walks a fine line between elegance and a meaty, muscular side. Cherry, blackberry, graphite, tobacco and toasty oak flavors persist courtesy of the lively acidity, while the tannins remain assertive on the languid, mint-tinged aftertaste.
Vinous Media: 93-95 Points
Burghound: 92-94 Points
A markedly floral-suffused nose speaks of spiced plum and an abundance of sauvage elements. The rich and solidly voluminous medium-bodied flavors possess impressive power that really builds on the dusty, focused, muscular and highly persistent finish. This isn't as fine nor as mineral-driven, but it is quite firm, harmonious and should age effortlessly.
Wine Advocate: 92-94 Points
Unwinding in the glass with aromas of plums, orange zest, vine smoke and loamy soil, Rousseau's 2021 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is medium to full-bodied, fleshy and vibrant, with powdery tannins, bright acids and a long, mineral finish.
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