Soft wood sets off cool and pure aromas of airy red and blue pinot fruit and freshly turned earth scents. There is a touch of minerality to the ultra-fine middle weight flavors that possess good delineation on the lingering and balanced finish where a trace of austerity is in evidence. This is a classic Petits Vougeots of grace and refinement. 2020+

(WA88-90 points) The 2012 Vougeot 1er Cru Les Petits Vougeots comes from the family’s 0.53-hectare parcel that was planted in 1970. It has a strong undergrowth/earthy bouquet, well defined but broody at the moment. The palate is medium-bodied with plenty of candied sweet fruit on the entry, which comes as a surprise after the slightly austere nose. It builds nicely in the mouth – never complex but precise and long. Very fine. - Neal Martin