2021, Domaine de la Vougeraie, CHARLEMAGNE, Grand CruFrom the only producer to use the AP Charlemagne label, this shows a lovely citrussy nose with hints of mineral and hawthorn flowers. The texture is compact but not heavy; there is abundant acidity to balance the impressive level of extract, and an immensely satisfying finish. It is produced from two parcels totalling 0. 5ha. One faces south on the Aloxe side, and one faces west on the Pernand side. The combination is compelling and should not be

May and June

95 William Kelley

The wood aspects appear just on the finish giving nuance but this is charming no doubt

the 2021 Domaine de Cambes unfurls in the glass with aromas of sweet cherries

Red cherry

surrounded by illustrious neighbours such as Vieux Château Certan and La Fleur-Pétrus

but retains all the depth and texture of the black fruits

and while it doesn't have the density of a top vintage

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complexity and patina are very impressive and fascinating

and you feel it in this savoury

burning embers