J. Vidal-Fleury Brune et Blonde de Vidal-Fleury Côte-Rôtie 2020

Black raspberries, smoked meats, graphite, and subtle spring flower notes all emerge from the 2020 Côte Rôtie Brune Et Blonde De Vidal-Fleury, a charming, balanced, elegant Côte Rôtie that has fine tannins, a supple, layered mouthfeel, nicely integrated acidity, and outstanding length. [Drink into mid-2030s.] Score – 90. (jebdunnuck.com, March 28, 2024)