Joseph Drouhin - Beaune 1er Cru Cras 2019
93/100
James Suckling
91-93/100
Vinous
90-92/100
Robert Parker
91/100
Burghound
"A Beaunes 1er Cru that's already delicious, but with great aging potential, according to James Suckling!"
“Elegant and fresh, with a wonderful delicacy. I love the floral and red cherry notes. So delicate that it’s hard to believe it has 14% alcohol! Delicious now, but with excellent aging potential. Drink it now or lay it down.” (James Suckling 2021)
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Eye
Beautiful deep ruby color
Nose
Aromas of blackcurrant and blackberry, with hints of vanilla, followed by notes of leather, truffle, and spices as it ages
Palate
Fine, harmonious tannins with delicate woody notes on the finish
Serve
At 16°C
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
It will perfectly complement veal sweetbreads with foie gras, beef terrine, sautéed porcini mushrooms, ribeye steak, tournedos...
Decanter
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated wine (2021 guide) 90–92/100 (Excellent wine)
About the wine:
The 2019 Beaune 1er Cru Les Cras makes a fine impression, offering aromas of sweet berries, licorice, and dried flowers. Medium-bodied, bright, and mineral-driven, it is an elegant and precise expression of this superior hillside premier cru—a Drouhin cuvée that has only recently begun to be bottled separately.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
The estate is now led by Frédéric Drouhin, supported by his sister Véronique for the wines and his brother Philippe in the vineyards. In July 2013, it opened a wine bar in the heart of Beaune. It has found its stride and has established itself as a sure bet. The estate draws on a biodynamic vineyard particularly well-stocked with great white wines, in the Côte-de-Beaune as well as in Chablis (wines sold under the Drouhin-Vaudon label), including the famous Clos des Mouches.
Burghound
Wine rated 91/100
Vinous
Wine rated (2020 guide) 91-93/100
About the wine:
The 2019 Beaune Cras 1er Cru has a very distinctive bouquet, with aromas of granite—almost flint—that infuse the red fruit. A strong maritime influence emerges over time. The palate is beautifully balanced, with clear definition, good firm structure, and a solid, somewhat lively finish with a crisp texture. Freshness abounds. This Beaune should be enjoyable to drink for 12 to 15 years. Excellent.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Elegant and fresh, with a wonderful delicacy. I love the floral and red cherry notes. So delicate that it’s hard to believe it has 14% alcohol! Delicious now, but with excellent aging potential. Drink it now or save it for later.
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