The 2021 Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur Vosne Romanee hails from one of the most prestigious regions in France, the Burgundy region, specifically from the Cote de Nuits sub-region. This particular wine is a Pinot Noir, a variety well known for its finicky nature and ability to express terroir in such a profound way. Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur has crafted a wine that is a sublime example of the varietal and the region.
The wine's elegance is immediately striking. Its color is a vivid, but soft red, that promises intensity without being overpowering. The nose is a symphony of both fresh and preserved red fruits, underpinned by a subtle earthiness reminiscent of damp soil after a spring rain, a characteristic so often associated with Pinot Noir from Burgundy.
On the palate, the 2021 Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur Vosne Romanee is a study in balance. The fruit is ripe but not overly so, the acidity is bright but not sharp and the tannins are present but not aggressive, providing a backbone to the wine that is both supportive and unobtrusive. The finish is lengthy, giving the drinker ample time to appreciate the complexity and finesse of this wine.
The 2021 vintage was a good year in the region, allowing the winemaker at Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur to fully express the potential of the Pinot Noir grape and the Vosne Romanee appellation. The result is a wine that is both a pleasure to drink now and promises to age gracefully over the next decade or more. The 2021 Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur Vosne Romanee is a testament to the art of winemaking in Burgundy.