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Gros Frere et Soeur, Clos Vougeot Grand Cru Musigni 2013
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
Tasted blind at Fine & Rare Wines' Clos Vougeot tasting, the 2013 Clos Vougeot de Musigni Grand Cru from Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur has a sense of airiness on the nose. It is nicely defined, quite floral with rose petal and iris scents floating from the glass, also a meaty, savory note that suggests a touch of brettanomyces. The palate is medium-bodied with fleshy red fruit, however, it is dominated by the mocha-like veneer from the oak that renders it anonymous on the finish.
About the Producer
Domaine Gros Frere et Soeur is located in the Cotes de Nuits wine region of Burgundy, France. It is the most popular of the four Gros family estates in the local village of Vosne-Romanee. Wine lovers have nicknamed it the 'Great Golden Chalice' because of the magnificent golden chalice emblazoned on its label. The Gros family is a well-known local winemaking family, and the current owner is Bernard. Bernard's commitment to improving the quality of his wines, combining traditional winemaking methods with new equipment, has improved many of the inherent deficiencies of Pinot Noir, resulting in a more refined Burgundian wine. His winemaking techniques are first class and he is the only winery in Burgundy to use a concentrator to thicken the wine, in addition to organic fertilisation. The winery is 100% de-stemmed and insists on using natural yeasts from the finest top quality vineyards for fermentation, with no deliberate cold maceration. All red wines are matured in 100% new oak barrels. The style of Château Gros is known for its full-bodied, rich, round and fat wines, which are unforgettable and have many die-hard supporters. Situated in the premier vineyard of the village of Vaughan-Romanée, Château Gros is often the centre of attention at wine tastings and auctions. The winery's current releases include Richebourg Grand Cru, Clos de Vougeot Musigni Grand Cru, Echezeaux Grand Cru and Vosne-Romanee, among others, which are very popular with consumers.
