Dominique Gruhier Bourgogne Epineuil Rouge L'Ame des Dannots 2017

I tasted this from two barrels (Dominique keeps his barrels for up to seven uses), one with finished malolactic fermentation and one still undergoing it. Both were unfettered in their liveliness with a combined flavor profile of blackberries, plum flesh, blueberries and licorice.

The tannins in both were mildly grainy, and with no new oak contact the spirited fruit flavors just sang! (Generally the Côte de Grisey has about 20% new oak.) There’s tremendous, exuberant plum fruit balanced by youthful vigor and refreshment. Though I did not taste the final blend, this should be a delight!