Frederic Esmonin

Clos Prieur Gevrey-Chambertin Pinot Noir

8.8134 ratings
8.824 pro ratings
Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Pinot Noir
Turkey, Game, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Duck, Goose, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Mushrooms, Chicken, Meaty & Oily Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Severn Goodwin

Confrérie Des Chevaliers du Tastevin Sous-Commanderie d'Albany, Paulée Dinner; 10 September 2023 at Chez Mike, East Greenbush, NY

Confrérie Des Chevaliers du Tastevin Sous-Commanderie d'Albany, Paulée Dinner; 10 September 2023 at Chez Mike, East Greenbush, NY

Sep 16th, 2023
Severn Goodwin

2015 | Pinot Noir
Domaine Frédéric Esmonin; Clos Prieur
Burgundy; Côte de Nuits, Gevery-Chambertin, France
(91-93; Drink 2023-2030)

2015 | Pinot Noir
Domaine Frédéric Esmonin; Clos Prieur
Burgundy; Côte de Nuits, Gevery-Chambertin, France
(91-93; Drink 2023-2030)

May 20th, 2023
Greg Koslosky

One of the best Esmonin wines I ever had !

One of the best Esmonin wines I ever had !

Feb 8th, 2021
Meg Herring

Cherry fruit forward right now with a little bit of wet earth. Would like to re visit with a few more years.

Cherry fruit forward right now with a little bit of wet earth. Would like to re visit with a few more years.

May 23rd, 2020
Richard Rosensweig

Stewed prunes, black cherry, dusting of chocolate. Maybe Clos Pieur is not always this good. But 2019 is terrific.

Stewed prunes, black cherry, dusting of chocolate. Maybe Clos Pieur is not always this good. But 2019 is terrific.

1 person found it helpfulJul 23rd, 2021
Aravind A

Months into....distancing, and I find myself seeking bottles that "just taste good." No complications, no pretense, and pleasure. When I smelled this, it did the job. On the nose: soft oak, plum, brambles, musk. On the palate, good acidity, more plum and cranberry, good density and soft tannin on the finish. Totally solid and very enjoyable.

Months into....distancing, and I find myself seeking bottles that "just taste good." No complications, no pretense, and pleasure. When I smelled this, it did the job. On the nose: soft oak, plum, brambles, musk. On the palate, good acidity, more plum and cranberry, good density and soft tannin on the finish. Totally solid and very enjoyable.

1 person found it helpfulOct 1st, 2020
Beau Carufel

Winemaker/Owner Random Wine Company

8.8

Finally starting to come around, if a bit young. Big and thick tannins plus ample acidity help temper some very youthful and vibrant red fruit. This is in the "tasty stuff, not profound" stage right now.

Finally starting to come around, if a bit young. Big and thick tannins plus ample acidity help temper some very youthful and vibrant red fruit. This is in the "tasty stuff, not profound" stage right now.

1 person found it helpfulOct 1st, 2015
Joe Loughran

Fairly light and pedestrian, still a bit austere. Gained some weight after 30-60 mins, but not a whole lot going on here.

Fairly light and pedestrian, still a bit austere. Gained some weight after 30-60 mins, but not a whole lot going on here.

1 person found it helpfulDec 28th, 2013
Bob Bryden

Founder The Lake Sommelier, LLC, Author Wine Talk

8.0

Fruity aromas but too acidic and a touch of Brett that dominated the experience.

Fruity aromas but too acidic and a touch of Brett that dominated the experience.

Jun 25th, 2015
Michael Descamps

Pretty, pretty Pinot.

Pretty, pretty Pinot.

Jul 12th, 2014