Bottle of  Benjamin Leroux Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2018

Benjamin Leroux Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2018

AppellationClos de la Roche Grand Cru CountryFrance ColourRed Alcohol13.5% Bottle1.5L Drink window2025 to 2051

An elegant expression of Morey‑Saint‑Denis Grand Cru in magnum, this 2018 Clos de la Roche from Benjamin Leroux offers deep ruby hues and a radiant bouquet of ripe red fruit threaded with plummy exuberance and seamless structure. It unfolds with precision and energy delivering sustained depth in a magnum format that enhances its expressive breadth.

Tasting

Aroma
ripe red fruit, plummy exuberance
Palate
precision, energy, sustained depth
Finish
lively, bouncy finish

Pairs with

  • roast duck
  • aged Comté
  • game hen
  • mushroom risotto

Vineyard & Cellar

Vinification
⅓ whole-cluster, indigenous yeast fermentation, 15 days maceration. Aged for 18 months in oak barrel (33% new), unfined, unfiltered.
Aging
Aged for 18 months in oak barrel (33% new), unfined, unfiltered.