(from a .21 ha parcel). Here the wood is less subtle though by no means excessive as the otherwise pure, refined and exceptionally fresh aromas of red and blue pinot fruit, stone and humus still offer really lovely transparency. The rich and wonderfully intense flavors possess outstanding vibrancy and detail while culminating in an explosive, firm, long, balanced and ever-so-mildly austere finish. This is a classically styled Rugiens and one that will definitely need 10 to 12 years of cellar time before it’s ready for prime time but it should be well worth the wait. 93/2020+