2021, Domaine Henri Magnien, ALOXE-CORTON, 1er Cru, 'La Coutière'The 2021 Aloxe Corton La Coutiere 1er Cru is tertiary on the nose, opening gradually to reveal flinty scents that underly the brambly red fruit. The palate is medium bodied with grainy tannins. Taut and quite linear, there is a crisp line of acidity and an attractive spiciness that develops on the finish. One of the better Aloxe Cortons in this difficult growing season. 89 91 Neal Martin, Vinous.

85 and an IPT of 81

precise and detailed

97+ Lisa Perrotti-Brown (2018)

the fine tannins well integrated and supporting the bright strawberry

The blend this year is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Merlot

violets and sweet spices preface the 2020 Domaine de Cambes

The usual almost purple-black colour of this cuvée offers plenty of energy

yet it maintains the same DNA

this bottling hasn't really been a "second wine" since the late 1990s - but the market doesn't seem to have caught on

98-100 Jeb Dunnack

old school but enjoyable

Vinous (2013)