2012 Domaine Simon Bize et Fils Aux Vergelesses

"The 2012 les Vergelesses from Domaine Bize is a brilliant wine in the making and one of the most gorgeous young examples of this superb cuvée that I can recall tasting at the estate. The stellar nose soars from the glass in a blend of cassis, dark berries, currant leaf, a very complex base of dark soil tones, woodsmoke, espresso and an exotic topnote of fresh mint. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied, pure and focused, with a rock solid core, ripe tannins and a very, very long, laser-like and perfectly balanced, young finish. Great juice in the making. (Drink between 2025-2075)" - 94/100 John Gilman