Château La Mondotte 2021

The 2021 La Mondotte is marked by strong calcaire accents and a bit of oak tannin that has not yet fully integrated, as the colder cellar here (vis-à-vis Canon-La Gaffelière) results in wines in barrel that evolve at a slow pace. Like all of the Neipperg wines, La Mondotte shows terrific energy and drive. A burst of dark cherry fruit, chocolate, new leather, licorice and spice builds into the deep, resonant finish. There’s a ton of character here. The purity of the flavors is striking. I am so looking forward to tasting the 2021 in bottle. Drinking Window: 2031-2051. Score – 93-95. (Antonio Galloni, vinous.com)