1990 Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru Cros Parantoux
By Domaine Henri Jayer
1990 Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru Cros Parantoux from Domaine Henri Jayer, Burgundy
The 1990 Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru Cros Parantoux from Domaine Henri Jayer is a tapestry of vinous artistry, a dazzling embodiment of an exceptional climatic year in the revered terroirs of Burgundy.
Ephemeral Beauty, Timeless Investment
Domaine Henri Jayer has long been synonymous with Burgundian excellence, but the 1990 vintage of their Cros Parantoux is a beacon for fine wine investors seeking transcendence in a bottle. Having matured for three decades, it stands as a testament to the investment-worthy nature of meticulous viniculture combined with an extraordinary season.
A Year Etched in Viticultural Lore
1990 in Burgundy was hailed for its near-perfect conditions, with an unblemished harvest that offered both quality and quantity — a rare alliance. This particular crescendo of mother nature’s artistry imparted to the grapes from Cros Parantoux an intensity and complexity rarely paralleled. And under the masterful hand of Domaine Henri Jayer, this potential was fully realised in the bottle.
The 1990 Cros Parantoux dazzles with a vibrantly layered palate; ripe cherries and blackcurrants harmonise with subtle hints of truffle and fine spice. The tannins, now supple and graciously integrated, frame an enduring finish that sings of the famed calcareous clay soils that cradle these esteemed vines.
Even among peers of notable acclaim, this wine stands out; its poise and graceful ageing potential encapsulate why Cros Parantoux is one of Burgundy's most legendary climats. As it graces the glass today, it unfurls with every sip — like a cherished story told anew.
In conclusion, the 1990 Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru Cros Parantoux from Domaine Henri Jayer represents not just a wine of immense pedigree but an investment into the tapestry of viticultural history. Its impeccable provenance and captivating evolution continue to affirm its stature within the portfolios of discerning investors.Market price (GBP)
£193,950.00
12x75cl
Highest score
97
POP score
11408.82
Scores and tasting notes
Drunk from magnum, Jayer's 1990 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Cros Parantoux is at the peak of its powers, soaring from the glass with an extravagant bouquet of plums and black raspberries mingled with nuances of smoked duck, dark chocolate, exotic spices, burning embers and orange rind. Deep, textural and full-bodied, it's layered and seamless on the palate, its ample core of fruit underpinned by succulent acids and velvety tannins, concluding with a long and expansive finish.
William Kelley - The Wine Advocate, 16 July 2020