Domaine Drouhin Laroze, Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2018 Aux Chailloux you were wondering about the

you were wondering about the curious name (it's pronounced "choo-choo"

This is a very pretty Pinot with a heavenly red-fruited perfume: tiny wild strawberries muddled with spice

The intensity of fruit is very impressive in this nuanced and balanced wine

The aim with this Malbec was to steer away from classic

in that it is made of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with a big component of Cinsault and some Grenache

Domaine Drouhin Laroze, Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2018 Aux Chailloux you were wondering about theDeep lustrous crimson. A hint of spicy oak still. Pretty full on and ripe, with alcohol very evident. Tannins and acidity yet to fold into the very ripe, almost rude, fruit. Id prefer to reserve judgment at this price and at this stage if possible. There is sweetness on the finish, almost as though the fermentation didnt quite get to dryness. Rather drying on the end. Jancis Robinson (16)