2012 Hubert Lignier, Morey-Saint-Denis, Vieilles Vignes 1x750ml

Robert Parker 94

The 2012 Morey Saint Denis Vieilles Vignes has a more reticent bouquet compared to the other premier crus from Lignier. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, good acidity and quite an assertive, voluminous finish that retains impressive tension. This is a vin de garde that will really reach its peak after 10 years in bottle. [Neal Martin, 06/01/2015]

Anticipated maturity: 2018-2040

Vinous 91-93

(two-thirds Faconnieres and one-third Cheneverys, vineyards planted in the 1950s and 1936, respectively): Good deep, saturated red. Blueberry, blackberry and licorice on the nose; smells concentrated. Quite tightly wound on the palate, conveying a liqueur-like ripeness as well as a firm mineral spine to its flavors of dark fruits and licorice. Solid but well-integrated acidity contributes to the impression of structure. Finishes firmly tannic and long, with excellent cut and soil character. This excellent premier cru will probably need seven or eight years in the cellar. [Stephen Tanzer, 01/01/2014]