Justin Girardin, Santenay 1er Cru 2018 Clos Rousseau

Red fruits dominate the rich nose. Ripe and silky tannins give this wine a superb mouthfeel on the beautiful fresh fruited palate. Very forward.

Drinking Dates: 2023 to 2030+

Cépagement: 100% Pinot Noir (40-year-old vines)

Upbringing: 15 months in oak

ABV: 13%

'Quite a gamey nose – edgy and finely etched minerally nose but pretty youthful. Wait! GV for those with patience.' 16.5+/20 (jancisrobinson.com)

'A touch of toasty, smoky oak accents ripe, aromatic, red cherry on the nose of this wine. The slender palate also has a mellow, ripe texture, countered by bright freshness. Smooth, fine tannins become apparent on the finish and bode well for the evolution of this elegant wine.' 92/100 (Anne Krebiehl MW, WineEnthusiast.com)