2017 Domaine Morey-Blanc Aloxe Corton 1er Cru Les Vercots

Pinot Noir - 750ML
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REVIEWS

VN 92 WA 90
VN 92

Vinous, January 2019

(90-92 points) The 2017 Aloxe-Corton Les Vercots 1er Cru has a clean and precise, quite floral bouquet with hints of iris petal developing in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain, saturated tannin, a...
WA 90

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2020

Revisited from bottle, the 2017 Aloxe-Corton 1er Les Vercots is showing well, unfurling in the glass with notes of cassis and red berries mingled with sweet soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, muscular and succulent, this...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Pinot Noir
Country France
Region Burgundy
Sub-region Cote de Beaune
Appellation Aloxe Corton
Vintage 2017
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13.5%
Closure Cork

The 2017 Domaine Morey-Blanc Aloxe Corton 1er Cru Les Vercots is a red Pinot Noir hailing from the esteemed Burgundy region of France, specifically the Cote de Beaune sub-region within the Aloxe Corton appellation. This wine, produced by Domaine Morey-Blanc, showcases the classic characteristics of its terroir.

This vintage has received favorable reviews from professional wine critics. Neal Martin from Vinous rated it between 90 and 92 points and described it as having "a clean and precise, quite floral bouquet with hints of iris petal developing in the glass." Martin goes on to note that the palate is "medium-bodied with fine grain, saturated tannin, a lovely fruit profile of boysenberry and cranberry with a gentle grip on the finish." He concludes his review by stating the wine "comes highly recommended."

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, represented by reviewer WK, gave the 2017 Aloxe-Corton 1er Les Vercots a solid 90 points. In their detailed tasting note, it is mentioned that the wine "unfurls in the glass with notes of cassis and red berries mingled with sweet soil tones." The review highlights that the wine is "medium to full-bodied, muscular and succulent," and has "rounded out nicely with élevage" while displaying "fine persistence on the finish."

With an alcohol content of 13.5%, this wine maintains a balanced profile that is neither too heavy nor too light. It is sealed with a traditional cork closure, maintaining its classic presentation.

Overall, the 2017 Domaine Morey-Blanc Aloxe Corton 1er Cru Les Vercots is a well-regarded Pinot Noir that has impressed critics with its precise bouquet, fine tannins, and persistent finish. It's a wine that stands out for its floral and fruity notes, making it a notable choice for those seeking a quality Burgundy Pinot Noir.