DOMAINE ROBERT AMPEAU ET FILS Beaune 'Clos du Roi' 1er Cru 1998 Bottle

Description

The 1998 Beaune 'Clos du Roi' 1er Cru from Domaine Robert Ampeau et Fils is a rare opportunity to experience mature Burgundy from a legendary producer. The Ampeau family is famous for a unique philosophy: they never release their wines until they are deemed ready for the table. This 1998 has spent decades in their cold cellars, allowing the tannins to soften and the complexity to heighten.

It displays a beautiful garnet-brick colour, with a nose that has evolved beyond primary fruit into notes of forest floor, dried cherries, and subtle leather. On the palate, the wine is silky and refined, maintaining a surprising core of freshness and structure characteristic of the 'Clos du Roi' vineyard. It is a sophisticated choice for those who appreciate the delicate, tertiary elegance of aged Pinot Noir.