2014 Hubert Lignier, Morey-Saint-Denis, Vieilles Vignes 1x750ml

Vinous 92+

Bright medium red Broader on the nose than the Chaffots (all of these wines spent 20 months on their lees, according to Laurent Lignier), with its musky aromas of strawberry, raspberry and smoky minerality enlivened by a note of rose petal Pungent, very intense flavors of cranberry and raspberry are given added punch by hints of crushed rock and orange zest Delivers lovely density, size and aromatic complexity There’s nothing the least bit off-vintage about this long, perfumed wine Conveys a slightly lower-acid impression than the Chaffots but with no shortage of juiciness or energy The tannins are firm but suave [Stephen Tanzer, 01/03/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2023-2033

Robert Parker 92-94

The 2014 Morey St Denis 1er Cru Vieilles Vignes, obviously from the oldest vines courtesy of premier crus dating back to 1936, has a precise, mineral-driven bouquet that seems so crystalline. The palate is medium-bodied with silky smooth texture, vivacious red cherry and strawberry notes, very finessed and harmonious on the finish. You can tell this was cropped at just 20 to 25 hectoliters per hectare — the concentration is here, ditto the tension. This is superb. [Neal Martin, 12/01/2015]

Anticipated maturity: 2019-2040