2019 Clos des Lambrays
By Domaine des Lambrays
2019 Clos des Lambrays from Domaine des Lambrays, Burgundy
The Burgundian tapestry is one of constant evolution, with each vintage narrating its own unique tale. Among such chronicles, the 2019 Clos des Lambrays from Domaine des Lambrays emerges as a profound statement of finesse and terroir expression. With four decades of traversing vineyard soils, there are few stories that resonate quite like the one woven by this poignant vintage.
Embracing Nature's Caprice: The 2019 Vintage
The tale of 2019 in the revered region of Burgundy speaks of a year where nature tested the mettle of its vines. Yet it is precisely this ballet between climatic challenge and viticultural expertise that birthed a Clos des Lambrays of exceptional character. The growing season's dance commenced with warmth, coaxing early flourish from the venerable Pinot Noir plants. The tempering coolness that followed suit allowed for a slower maturation, a nurturing embrace that imbued the eventual harvest with complexity and depth.
In this vintage, what captures the aficionado's palate is the juxtaposition of powerful structure against an undercurrent of finesse—a quintessential trait in grand-scale wines meant for the cellar or investment portfolio. A nose that unfolds with layers of dark cherries and hints of earthy truffle seamlessly transitions to a palate where ripe tannins are elegantly enrobed in a luscious, red fruit core. Overtones of spice and a whisper of oak lend opulence without ever overpowering. This is a wine that commands attention yet whispers its credentials.
An Investment in Elegance and Longevity
The 2019 Clos des Lambrays seems destined for those who curate their cellars with as much precision as they do their financial assets—a magnificent inclusion for discerning collectors and investors alike. Patient cellaring promises to unveil multifaceted layers in years to come, a testament to the age-worthy craftsmanship of Domaine des Lambrays.
Ultimately, the latitudes of time will showcase the genius woven into this wine—a tapestry where future prosperity is etched into every bottled nuance. Whether savoured personally or held as a liquid asset within one's investment arsenal, this Clos des Lambrays bears the hallmark of both a connoisseur's treasure and an investor's tangible delight.
Market price (USD)
$5,130.00
12x75cl
Highest score
95
POP score
280
Scores and tasting notes
The 2019 Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru is very promising indeed, mingling scents of blood orange, wild berries and plums with notions of exotic spices, wilted rose petals, row cocoa and loamy soil. Full-bodied, velvety and layered, it's deep and multidimensional, with a concentrated, elegantly fleshy core, lively acids, largely concealed tannins and a precise, perfumed finish.
William Kelley - The Wine Advocate, 14 January 2021