Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils, Clos Vougeot (Burgundy, France) 2010

 Although a famous Grand Cru, Clos Vougeot is the source of highly variable wines because of the vast number of growers who own vines in this famed vineyard.  Indeed, the Burgundy mantra of producer, producer, producer is doubly important here because the wines are never inexpensive.  Bouchard’s, a vigorous young wine, conveys a nearly overwhelming combination of minerals, fruit and floral notes.  An initial firmness gives way to reveal a fabulous combination of floral notes and massive minerality.  Despite its power, it has finesse and grace.  Bouchard’s 2010 Clos Vougeot is truly Grand Cru.