The 2021 Domaine Robert Groffier Chambertin Clos de Bèze is a Pinot Noir from the Burgundy region of France, specifically the Cote de Nuits sub-region in the Gevrey Chambertin appellation. This wine is notable for its high-quality production, being crafted with 100% new oak and 100% whole clusters. It has an alcohol content of 13.5% and is sealed with a cork closure.
Professional reviewers have given this wine high praise, highlighting its complexity and potential for aging. Neal Martin of Vinous awarded it between 94 and 96 points, describing the wine as having "an intense bouquet with brambly red fruit, white pepper, and forest floor." Martin further notes that the wine is "medium-bodied with fine definition, elegant and poised," and appreciates its "harmonious, quite mineral-driven finish that incorporates the stems with style." He concludes his review by calling it "Excellent."
Wine Spectator also gave the 2021 Domaine Robert Groffier Chambertin Clos de Bèze a score of 96 points. The reviewer B.S. describes the wine as "Perfumed and spicy," noting that it "exudes floral, sandalwood, wild strawberry, currant, and sweet spice notes accented by menthol." The review emphasizes the wine's "sleek and solidly built" structure, mentioning an "ethereal component and lingering finish." B.S. concludes by stating that the wine is "Elegant overall, yet this has the intensity and sustainability to develop over time," recommending it be enjoyed from 2028 through 2043.
In summary, the 2021 Domaine Robert Groffier Chambertin Clos de Bèze is a highly acclaimed Pinot Noir that is both elegant and complex. With excellent reviews from both Vinous and Wine Spectator, it promises to be a wine that will develop beautifully over the next couple of decades.