Domaines DROUHIN-LAROZE (Gevrey-Chambertin) and Pierre GELIN (Fixin) -- 2018 Tasted from Barrel Samples


Two old-line estates that are producing good wines.

DROUHIN-LAROZE

2018 Gevrey-Chambertin   Les Dix Climats
Soy aromas. Medium-weight, smooth, dark fruits, moderate acidity. (87-89)

2018 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze
Mineral nose with some spice. Dense on palate with moderate acidity, good length, depth, and freshness. (94-96)


Pierre GELIN

2018 Gevrey-Chambertin    1er Cru    Clos Prieur
Smooth texture, dark plum fruit, some exotic aspects, deep, long, but less tension than normal. (91-93)

2018 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze
Dark fruits, smooth, relaxed, some freshness and salinity. (92-94)