2023 Domaine des Lambrays Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru
Domaine des Lambrays
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Average Critic Score: 96.5/100 based on 4 critic reviews
Clos des Lambrays is the Grand Cru that gives Domaine des Lambrays its name, a walled vineyard in Morey-Saint-Denis that the domaine holds almost entirely as a monopole, and under LVMH ownership it has climbed firmly into the first rank of the Cote de Nuits. The 2023 Domaine des Lambrays Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru is a standout of the vintage, earning 98 points from Zekun Shuai (James Suckling), 96-98 points from Neal Martin (Vinous), 96 points from Wine Spectator and 94 points from Kristaps Karklins (Wine Advocate). Martin ranks it alongside the 2022 and suggests it may even surpass it, while Shuai simply calls it extremely long and beautiful.
I love the chalky texture, minerals and fresh dark berries, with so much going on. Rich and seductive, with good tannins and dark fruit. Extremely long and beautiful. - Zekun Shuai, James Suckling (98 pts)
Suggested drinking window: 2030 - 2050 (Wine Spectator).
Critic Reviews
98 Points - Zekun Shuai, James Suckling
“I love the chalky texture, minerals and fresh dark berries, with so much going on. Rich and seductive, with good tannins and dark fruit. Extremely long and beautiful. Drink from 2027.”
98 Points - Neal Martin, Vinous
“Eleven different cuvees combine to form the 2023 Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru, with every square meter contributing to the blend, to quote Jacques Devauges verbatim (as an aside, this is the same philosophy at Cheval Blanc, which is also on LVMH's mantelpiece). This vintage includes 80% whole bunch and was raised in 60% new oak. The bouquet is very expressive with ebullient red berry fruit, tobacco, forest floor and subtle aromas of ceps. The palate is medium-bodied with fine yet firm tannins that lend backbone and gentle grip. This fans out with style on the sapid finish with a liberal sprinkling of black pepper. The 2023 ranks alongside the 2022 and may even surpass it. Prices have skyrocketed in recent years and priced out many Lambrays-lovers, but one cannot deny the quality. (96-98 pts)”
96 Points - Wine Spectator
“Opens with lush, dense aromas and flavors of black currant, black cherry, blueberry and violet. Support comes by way of vibrant acidity and a dense layer of refined tannins. A bit monolithic, with ample fruit that persists on the lingering aftertaste, where a mineral element emerges. Best from 2030 through 2050.”
94 Points - Kristaps Karklins, Wine Advocate
“The 2023 Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru, a blend of 11 identified sectors within Clos des Lambrays that are farmed and vinified individually, opens with aromas of cassis, black plum and bitter orange mingled with rose petals, dark chocolate and subtle application of new oak. Full-bodied, ample and fragrant, it exhibits a generous core of fruit framed by powdery tannins that are largely, though not entirely, enveloped by the rich fruit. Laden with vibrant acidity, the wine concludes with a long, perfumed finish. It was vinified with a high proportion of whole bunches and matured in 60% new oak for some 20 months.”
Wine Details & Information
Vintage: 2023
Varietal / Style:Pinot Noir
Producer:Domaine des Lambrays
Country:France
Region: Côtes de Nuits
Bottle size (ml): 750ml