Domaine Michel Juillot Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Barraults Rouge (1.5L) Vintage:2019 modern-day version of the 1990

modern-day version of the 1990 vintage at this address

and the rest Cabernet Franc raised in 50% new French oak

A terrific 12 Year Old

so vibrant and expressive is its character that

spice and espresso are all amplified in this decidedly intense

Domaine Michel Juillot Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Barraults Rouge (1.5L) Vintage:2019 modern-day version of the 1990Soft wood is noticeable on the ripe nose of dark currant, pepper and plenty of earth character that continues onto the notably finer and more energetic middle weight flavors. There is evident minerality and I very much like the mouth feel of the balanced, focused, detailed and impressively persistent finish. The tannic spine is firm but already well integrated and in 2012 this is the best of this group of Mercurey 1ers and is one to buy as the quality