Parker about Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 1995
The medium-to-dark ruby-colored Clos De La Roche displays a deep nose of dark berries and meat and an explosive personality filled with cherries and blueberries. Surprisingly feminine for this vineyard, this chewy, medium-bodied, silky-textured wine will be at its best between 2000-2007. This note is the result of tastings I did in Burgundy between January 7 and January 29. The wine was tasted from cask, not bottle. Pinot Noir, a fragile varietal, reacts poorly to fining, filtration, and careless bottling techniques, I recommend caution when considering buying a red burgundy based on cask samples. I called it as I tasted it, and hope the bottled wine reflects the quality of the samples I was provided. With that, Rousseau picked up one of the tastevins hanging on the wall (these are the small, wide, shallow, and traditional silver utensils used for tasting. As far as I know he is the only Burgundian who continues to use them on a regular basis), and the tasting began.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Burgundy |
Rebsorten | Pinot Noir 100% |
Alkoholgehalt | 13.00% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Domaine Armand Rousseau, 1 Rue de l'Aumônerie, 21220 Gevrey-Chambertin, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2006 - 2042 |
Parker Punkte | 91 |
Jahrgang | 1995 |
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Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 1995

Armand Rousseau's 1995 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is an outstanding wine that embodies the excellence of this prestigious Burgundy vineyard. The 1995 vintage was of superb quality in Burgundy, and this wine displays the typically powerful yet elegant characteristics expected from Rousseau.
On the nose, the wine unfolds a deep and complex bouquet rich in aromas of ripe dark fruits such as black cherries, plums, and blackberries. These fruity notes are accompanied by subtle spices, including cinnamon and cloves, as well as earthy nuances and a hint of smoke. Over time, floral hints and hints of truffle also emerge, underscoring the wine's complexity.
On the palate, the 1995 Clos de la Roche presents itself with impressive density and structure. The tannins are powerful yet velvety, giving the wine a beautiful texture. The fruit is intense and concentrated, perfectly balanced by a lively acidity that lends the wine freshness and elegance. The mineral notes typical of this Grand Cru vineyard are clearly evident, lending the wine remarkable depth.
The finish is long and complex, with lingering aromas of fruit, spice, and earthy notes that underscore the quality and potential of this wine. Armand Rousseau's 1995 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is already a pleasure to drink today, but also has the potential to continue aging and gaining complexity in the coming years. This wine is an excellent example of Rousseau's mastery and the exceptional terroir of the Côte de Nuits.
Domaine Armand Rousseau
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Domaine Armand Rousseau is one of Burgundy's most legendary wineries and is particularly renowned for its Pinot Noirs from Gevrey-Chambertin. Since its founding in the early 20th century, it has stood for wines of exceptional finesse, elegance, and impressive aging potential.
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