In Bond Fine Wine. 2016 Clos Frantin Clos de Vougeot, Vougeot, Burgundy, France. Grand Cru • Red Burgundy in 6x75cl. Top critic score: 93/100 (NM). Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Neal Martin (NM) — 90–92/100 · Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com, 29/12/2017 · Drink 2020-2035
The 2016 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru was picked on 23 September and includes 35% whole bunch with 40% new oak. It has a very refined and harmonious bouquet with vivacious red cherry, wild strawberry and bergamot aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, crisp and focused, not the greatest depth of all the Clos de Vougeots that I have tasted but I appreciate the energy and freshness lock…
Richard Hemming (RH) — 17–18/20 · JancisRobinson.com, 27/11/2017 · Drink 2019-2036
Blackberry and raspberry with subtle spice and an attractive peppery note to the finish. Not as complete as their Lavaux St-Jacques, but still has plenty of concentration and intensity. Sleek, polished texture.
James Suckling (JS) — 93–94/100 · JamesSuckling.com, 15/02/2018 · Drink 2022+
Two parcels, one-third from the top and the balance from the lower section of the vineyard. This has very expressive ripe cherries, making it a very sapid, fresh and powerful wine. Attractive depth and expansion through the finish. Try from 2022.