Domaine Roumier 2011 Bonnes Mares

Domaine Roumier's 2011 Bonnes Mares is a wine of profound depth and complexity. Its appearance in the glass reveals a rich garnet hue, hinting at the intensity of flavors to come. On the nose, intricate aromas of dark cherries, blackberries, and plums mingle with nuances of dried herbs, forest floor, and exotic spices, creating a captivating bouquet. The palate is equally impressive, with layers of ripe fruit flavors enveloped in velvety tannins, offering both power and finesse. As the wine evolves on the palate, notes of earthy minerality and hints of cedar emerge, adding further dimension to its profile. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression of its elegance and balance. This is a wine that showcases the true essence of Bonnes Mares terroir and reflects the craftsmanship and dedication of Domaine Roumier.

Robert Parker - 90 Points

"Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. Christophe Roumier’s 2011 Bonnes-Mares comes across a little lean on the nose, although there is fine delineation – distinct marine scents emerging with time while there is just a touch of reduction. The palate is medium-bodied and quite masculine for a Bonnes-Mares. There is more reserve compared to its peers, but it is undeniably succinctly focused with an abiding sense of symmetry on the finish. Excellent, but at the moment it feels rugged for a Bonnes-Mares. I suspect that it will improve with 3-4 years in bottle."

Antonio Galloni - 90 Points

"The 2011 Bonnes-Mares is a rather perplexing wine that has varied both in sighted and blind tastings. The last, blind incidentally, confirms a rather lean nose for a Bonnes-Mares, redeemed by attractive oyster shell/kelp aromas. It remains a little reduced as it did before. The palate has good backbone, quite structured and grippy in the mouth, yet does the 2011 convey the nobility of this Grand Cru? The jury is still out on that one! Tasted blind at a private dinner in London."