The 2017 Anne Gros Clos Vougeot Le Grand Maupertui Grand Cru is a testament to Anne Gros's expert touch, contributing to its limited production and cult-like following. This vintage is noted for its impressive fruit intensity and presence on the nose, offering vigorous raspberry and crushed strawberry scents, superb minerality, and hints of orange blossom. The estate's vines in 'Le Grand Maupertui' were planted as early as 1905, with an average age of 60-70 years, contributing to the wine's depth. On the palate, this Grand Cru displays a velvet purple color, with aromas of purple wildflowers, black cherry, plum, and blueberry. Expect ripe red/black fruits, light herbs, and peppery spice, all framed by structured, fine-grained tannins. It possesses an impressive fullness and power, which, while sometimes austere, is beautifully tempered by ripe tannins. As it ages, candied elements and complex meaty nuances are expected to develop. 🍴 Food pairing suggestions include richer dishes such as roasted red meat with berries or fruit, red meat in sauce, game with sorrel, or red currant jam. It also pairs wonderfully with aged local French cheese, charcuterie, pork sausages with herbs, duck, goose, and other game birds. 🥂 This wine has excellent aging potential, though it can also be enjoyed young when its tannins and structure are prominent. However, in 2026, it was still considered too young to fully blossom, suggesting it greatly benefits from additional cellar time. It's a perfect choice for a special occasion dinner or a significant milestone celebration, especially if you appreciate a wine that evolves beautifully over time. 【Limited production and cult-like following due to Anne Gros's expert touch, offering richer aromatics, rounder curves, and silkier tannins.】