Her Mir Tage

9.2

1996 Domaine Armand Rousseau Clos de la Roche Grand Cru

Clos de la Roche, situated in Morey-Saint-Denis, is the most renowned and the largest Grand Cru vineyard of the village. Its terroir is consequently exceptional, yielding wines with striking acidity, remarkable concentration, and a structure that is powerful yet displays extraordinarily refined tannins. It is often considered one of Burgundy's most compelling wines, masterfully combining power with elegance.

The style neither mirrors the robust, muscular, and overtly powerful character typical of its northern neighbour, Gevrey-Chambertin, nor does it precisely replicate the extreme perfume, elegance, and delicacy that define its southern neighbour, Chambolle-Musigny. Instead, Clos de la Roche is the quintessential synthesis of strength and finesse—boasting a solid backbone alongside intricate depth of aroma and texture. Thanks to its pronounced acidity, one should not open a bottle without allowing for at least 15 years of ageing.

Upon opening, after 30 minutes the nose offered aromas of ripe black cherry, wild strawberry, sour plum, rose, and violet. After an hour, further notes of truffle, forest floor, leather, and spice developed. However, the minerality I expected remained elusive.

The bottle's condition was unfortunately not optimal. It lacked the sustained aromatic evolution and explosive bouquet I had anticipated. This fatigue and muted character were likely a result of its shipment from the United States. — 9 months ago

Colin Cahoon

9.2

Lemon, oak, white peach, high acid, medium alcohol, and long finish. — 3 years ago

Alexa Monroy

9.2

Medium bodied. Tastes like dark chocolate but not too heavy. — 4 years ago

Ricardo Bohn Goncalves

9.5

Tadeu ZA jul21 — 5 years ago

John Willison

9.1

Blueberries, blackberries, black and red licorice, black tea, and a bit of compost pile. — 7 years ago

William Bonard

9.3

This was bought for my birthday about a month ago and was opened last night. Super easy drinking Émilion, enjoyed so much that some went into last night's ragù and the bottle finished off! — 9 years ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.6

Ultima cena fuera de la paulee de amigos — a year ago

Gilbert Van Hassel

9.5

Full bodied cherry bomb with hints of smoked meat. Undeniably a great charmes. — 2 years ago

Karen Tripson

9.0

Lovely bubbles and nice acidity. — 2 years ago

Galen Hasler

8.9

Pear skin and mineral aroma. Meyer lemon, green apple. Intense flavors persist. Phalz terroir I love — 5 years ago

Tony Chen

9.7

Awesome burgundy even it’s 2013, last time had the 2015 was even better! — 5 years ago

E & K G

9.1

Full nose of brighter red fruit. Still somewhat primary but tannins have softened too. Flower petals, red berries... very elegant. — 7 years ago

Sean Lowry

8.9

2012v. Petrol and wax on the nose. On the palette, there's a wash of sweet yellow apple and tangy lemon lime. Slight petrol on the finish but it's a clean ending. Slightly sweet, decent acidity, and a nice body in the mouth makes for a versatile and easy drinking wine. — 9 years ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.5

2001 vintage. Not decanted. Nice fill and cork. Youthful nose of eucalyptus/spearmint and orange peel. Medium-medium heavy body. Just so fresh. Tasted more like a 3-4 year old Burg instead of a 24 yo one. Excellent length of finish filled with sandalwood/tree bark, clove, cinnamon and raspberry. This specimen needed another 15-20 years to “grow up.” 05.28.25. — a year ago

Jeffery Heavner

9.0

It's hard find good wine at a great price $14. Look no further folks... Dark in color, woody notes on the nose. Full bodied mouth feel with a lot of red and black fruit. — 2 years ago

Edward Patten

8.9

Beaujolais Nouveau is always fun. Very fruity with cherry notes. One of the better Noveau’s. Easy drinking during the holidays — 4 years ago

Daron Watson

9.7

Season 17|18 Blend No. 17

citrus hard candies and citrus blossoms ~ ginger and cheese rinds ~ sour, tart, creamy yet electric ~ LOVE IT! — 5 years ago

MK

9.0

Grass, green, citrus, length, young, fresh, acidic — 5 years ago

Marcio Morelli

9.2

Zero tipicidade. Cheiro e gosto de Chardonnay. Estilo me remeteu ao PYCM, com um pouquinho mais de madeira. — 8 years ago

with Otavio, Marlos and 2 others

Ian Riach

8.9

First of a few posts to come this evening. Out on a wine and steak adventure with 3 other old guys. This one a very good start, but a little past it's prime. Some of the fruit got lost. Should have drunk a couple of years ago. — 9 years ago