2019 Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux, Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru, Aux Reignots 1x750ml

Burghound 94-96

There is plenty of whole cluster influence suffusing what is, somewhat surprisingly, the spiciest nose in the range while displaying a plethora of supporting aromas that include fresh ginger, plum, lotus blossom tea and, like the Grands Suchots, a whiff of dried orange peel. The equally lacy, highly refined and pure middle weight flavors dance across the palate while displaying stellar length on the saline, chiseled and youthfully austere finale. This linear effort really builds in intensity from the mid-palate back to the explosive finish. This too is exceptionally classy juice and a definite ‘wow’ wine. [Allen Meadows, 01/10/2021]

Vinous 97

The 2019 Vosne-Romanee Aux Reignots 1er Cru comes from an expanded parcel, the "extension" only planted (at 16,000 vines per hectare) in 2015 after being fallow for over a century. The total area is 0.1854-hectares. It has a brilliantly defined bouquet with vivid red fruit, crushed limestone and crushed rose petals. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant, lithe tannins, a mixture of red and black fruit. Slightly granular in texture, hints of hoisin toward the finish with a long saline aftertaste. This squares up to the RSV and questions its superiority…it’s that good. [Neal Martin, 12/16/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2055