The 2017 Drouhin-Laroze Clos Vougeot is a Pinot Noir from the esteemed Burgundy region in France, specifically from the Cote de Nuits sub-region and the Clos de Vougeot sub-appellation. This red wine, produced by Drouhin-Laroze, features a classic cork closure and an alcohol content of 13.5%.

This particular vintage has garnered high praise from critics, with notable reviews highlighting its distinctive characteristics and quality. Neal Martin from Vinous rated the wine between 92-94 points, describing it as "expressive and aromatic." He notes that it has "pretty blueberry, raspberry and iodine aromas that burst from the glass," and praises its "medium-bodied" palate with "fine tannin" and "vivid red and black fruit infused with orange zest and light fig notes." Martin concludes that the wine is "very fine."

Jasper Morris from Inside Burgundy awarded this wine a score between 93-96 points, emphasizing its robustness and aging potential. Morris points out that the wine is made with 80% new wood and entirely destemmed grapes, aiming to "keep the massive aspect that makes Clos Vougeot a real vin de garde." He describes the wine as having a "dense black colour" and "thick texture for the vintage with firm grained tannins behind." He also mentions that the "dark fruit returns nicely at the back," adding to the wine's complexity.

Both reviewers agree on the wine's impressive structure and depth, with Morris particularly highlighting its weight and authority. The consensus among critics is that the 2017 Drouhin-Laroze Clos Vougeot is a well-crafted Pinot Noir with the potential to age gracefully, making it a noteworthy addition to any wine enthusiast's collection.