Bouchard Pere & Fils, Beaune 1er Cru Clos de la Mousse Monopole Domaine 2012

"The 2012 Beaune 1er Cru Clos de la Mousse (not Mouche!) is a monopole located toward Pommard where the soils are very shallow, around 25mm deep. The vines here are planted north to south rather than the orthodox east to west. It has very good definition on the nose with scents of mulberry and marmalade, floral scents emerging later. The palate is medium-bodied, lively and vigorous, hints of orange zest and marmalade once again infusing the red berry fruit. The tannins are fine and lithe with good delineation on the vibrant finish. This is very fine." – Wine Advocate

"Reticent aromas of raspberry, kirsch, leather, smoke and earth. Nicely concentrated and silky, showing good energy and definition to its sweet red berry and spice flavors. Rather classy Beaune wine with supple tannins and noteworthy finishing grip and length." – Vinous