Vosne Romanee Suchots 1er Cru 2015

(2 of 4 of the barrels were new, although Grivot noted that one of them had been cleaned by a Chardonnay fermentation): Healthy dark red. Black raspberry, licorice and a hint of cedary oak on the very expressive nose. Densely packed, suave and savory, conveying a lovely balance of fresh fruits and smoky, saline minerality. This plush, almost chocolatey wine comes across as quite sophisticated and very accessible today. Finishes very subtle and long, with surprising juiciness. These 2015s really display remarkable balance.

Score: 92 - 94

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous.com 01 January 2017