The 2016 Domaine des Lambrays Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru is an exquisite testament to the exceptional quality of French Pinot Noir. Originating from the renowned Cote de Nuits sub-region in Burgundy, this wine encapsulates the distinctive terroir of the Morey St Denis appellation.

This red wine is a masterpiece from Domaine des Lambrays, a producer known for crafting wines of unmatched elegance and structure. The color of this wine is a captivating red, hinting at the depth and complexity contained within each bottle.

As John Gilman eloquently noted, the bouquet of this wine is nothing short of stunning. A harmonious blend of red and black cherries, black plums, pigeon, dark soil tones, raw cocoa, and a subtle touch of nutty oak creates an olfactory symphony that is both complex and inviting. The palate further enhances the experience, showcasing the purity of the wine with a full-bodied profile that reveals an impressive depth at the core.

According to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, the 2016 Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru exhibits aromas of cassis, raspberries, and currant leaf, and potpourri. Its taste is a rich amalgamation of fine-grained tannins, ample and layered textures, and juicy acids, culminating in a fragrant finish.

Decanter praised this vintage for its brooding bouquet of blueberry, wild berries, smoked duck, spice, and rosehip. The wine is described as sappy, with lovely depth and concentration, a fine but firm structural chassis, succulent acids, and a long, penetrating finish.

A racy style, defined by bracing acidity propelling the black currant, blackberry, iron, earth and spice flavors to a lingering conclusion. Balanced and full of energy, this needs time to really settle in and reveal all its facets in a harmonious way, as observed by Wine Spectator.

This 2016 vintage is a magnificent representation of the potential and refinement of French Pinot Noir, a wine that requires time to fully express itself. Its elegance and grace are sure to delight the most discerning of palates.