Domaine de Beaurenard Cote du Rhone 2022VINTAGE Following a mild, wet winter that replenished groundwater reserves, the season was notable for its precocity. Frost damage from the episode of March 25 was, very fortunately, limited, and in the course of the equally mild and damp spring that ensued, regular applications of tisanes and essential oils effectively protected the crop. Flowering that started in the second week of May confirmed the early nature of the vintage. The plentiful water

almost ineffable precision

This suave Mazis should drink well once in bottle

This is presently somewhat awkward and while it could well come together

There is outstanding intensity to the rather refined medium weight flavors that exude a subtle minerality on the youthfully austere finish that also could use a bit more depth to achieve the upper end of my projected range

The finish goes on

Rhône Valley vineyards went through a heat wave with temperatures above 45°C (113 °F)

with their ideal exposure and limestone-rich soils

The acidity is 3

The 2022 Clos Vougeot Grand Cru from Philippe Charlopin expresses the majesty of this historic grand cru

wonderful freshness and a very long perfumed

The texture is round yet focused

Dosage: 9 g/L