The wines from Domaine Sylvain Cathiard, now run by Sylvain’s son, Sébastien, have become some of the most sought after in all of Burgundy. The Premier Cru vineyard Aux Malconsorts is adjacent to and just south of the Grand Cru La Tache, which, in combination of the renown of the producer, explains the extraordinary price for a premier cru. It’s an explosive wine, yet amazingly, not heavy. It dances across the palate. It’s the quintessential Burgundy–flavor without weight, delivering captivating fruit, spice and earthiness. But it’s weightless. And elegant. And long. Is it worth the price? That’s for you and your banker to decide.
Domaine Sylvain Cathiard, Vosne-Romanée Premier Cru (Burgundy, France) 2013
By Michael Apstein