David Duband 2023 Vosne-Romanee, Burgundy

Winery notes:  “A refined, smoky nose, almost powdery, of ripe black fruits, both fresh and confit. Notes of incense, sawdust, freshly turned earth and truffle.  The palate is broad and structured, powerful yet still held back, with a strong earthy character. Long finish. This wine clearly needs time.  Pair with game, truffle sauce and caramelized endive jam.”

Duband’s Vosne-Romanée comes from 90% “Les Barreaux” (a medium-steep slope above Richebourg and Cros Parantoux; 300-340 meters in elevatin planted in the 1950s) and 10% “Aux Ormes (a gentle slope east of village center; 235 meters in elevation; planted in 1990) with southeast expositions on limestone bedrock and clay topsoil. Aged in 25% new French oak barrels and 75% old.  No fining or filtration.