Louis Latour : Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand cru "Les Quatre Journaux" 2021

This is opulent for the vintage, exhibiting black cherry, blackberry, mineral, sandalwood and oak spice notes, backed by a dense matrix of tannins. This is also less expressive, suggesting a grander appellation in the hierarchy, yet with a lot of latent fruit. That said, the length and persistence on the finish reveals this wine's potential. Best from 2026 through 2043. 90 cases made, 20 cases imported.

This Romanée‑Saint‑Vivant is still a bit shy, but with some aeration Amaro cherry and licorice notes develop. Very structured with the concentration to carry this, but still tightly wound. Try to be patient with this one, because the finish has a lot of power. Try from 2026.

Noble, floral aromas, between elderflower and wild rose; the terroir speaks in 2021, in a less complete version than its predecessor but in the inimitable style of le saint-vivant. Fleshy, racy, velvety, sensual.