(NM95-96 points) One of a number of outstanding Clos de Vougeot in 2005 from Mortet’s vines situated near the Chateau de la Tour (just 5 barrels.) The nose is subdued although Arnauld mentioned it was due for racking. Scents of blackberry, cherry, bacon fat and a touch of hedgerow, with a faint hint of dates developing. The palate is very powerful and pure with stunning delineation. Pure black cherries, cassis and a touch of violets. Filigree tannins, feminine and delicious, it utterly seduces the senses. Wonderful wine that should drink earlier than some of the other Mortet 2005’s. Drinking 2010-2030.

Remnants of the strong reduction this showed from cask are still present and I would strongly suggest decanting this if you're going to venture trying this young. The intense flavors however are big, rich and sleekly muscled with a reserve of power that is impressive, underpinned by suave and dusty tannins that coat the mouth. This is a stylish and classy wine for a young Clos de Vougeot and assuming the reduction eventually dissipates, this should be very special.