2020 Domaine Robert Groffier Bourgogne Rouge

Despite owning plots in prime Grand Cru vineyards such as Bonnes-Mares and Chambertin Clos-des-Bèze, Domaine Robert Groffier still fly relatively under the radar. Guided now by Robert's son Serge and grandson Nicolas, the team are considered one of the finest in Burgundy. The domaine consists of almost 8 ha of fine vineyards, including 1 ha of Bonnes Mares, almost 0.5 ha of Chambertin Clos-des-Bèze and a full 1 ha of Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses, the biggest single owner of this vineyard. Winemaking is flexible dependant on the season, however new oak use is minimal, and the wines are only racked once at the end of the élevage.

Other Reviews....
The 2020 Bourgogne Rouge has a precise bouquet with commendable precision for a regional red, attractive rose petal scents emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit, fine acidity, taut and fresh with good weight on the finish. For, me this is a level up from Passetoutgrain.
86-88 points
Neal Martin - Vinous

Powerful mid purple, plenty of fruit on the nose, but a little more backward than the Passetoutgrains. Sweetly ripe and with a beautiful raspberry/strawberry mix. This really has the depth, impressive at this level, a Bourgogne which will keep, for sure. Lovely crunchy finish. Surprisingly long.
89-90 points
Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy