2014 Domaine de Montille, Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru, Aux Malconsorts Christiane 1x75cl

Vinous 93-96

(100% vendange entier; 55% new oak): Deep, dark red. Deeply pitched aromas of medicinal black cherry and clove; less floral and spicy than the "regular" Malconsorts but smells more important. Sappy and extremely concentrated; hugely rich without any impression of heaviness. According to Sieve, the rows of vines that go into this cuvee are a bit less limestone-rich, so this wine is silkier and more delicate in the early going. Boasts outstanding breadth and sap but will need considerable cellaring. Finishes with chewy but refined tannins and slowly building savory length. Grand cru quality here. [Stephen Tanzer, 01/01/2016]

Wine Advocate 94-96

The 2014 Vosne Romanee 1er Cru les Malconsorts Christianne is vinified exactly the same way as the regular Malconsorts, and to be honest, I find that the aromatics are very similar. The difference is more on the palate with a touch more richesse and depth, but a similar taste profile. It just fans out with more conviction on the finish, although in a strange way I like the nervosite and detail of the regular bottling. It will be interesting to see how its develops. [Neal Martin, 28/09/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2019-2038

JancisRobinson.com 17.5+

Half-hectare parcel in the corner of La Tache named after Etienne s mother. 100% whole bunch and 60% new oak. Very rich on the nose, much more intense. Richly biscuity nose. Heady and truly exciting. Round and exuberant. Very exciting. [11/11/2015]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2040