Rousseau Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2022

95-98 points Jasper Morris, MW (Inside Burgundy): "Clear bright crimson. The bouquet started out similar but then developed a further burst of red fruit with maybe a touch of blood orange. A rich dark fruit behind with a more savoury character, a fine tensile strength despite its Rousseau discretion, and very good length. (Nov 2023)"

96 points Charles Curtis, MW (Decanter): "Although it is sometimes overlooked, the Clos de la Roche from Rousseau is a superb wine. Tasted with Cyrielle from barrel, it was initially a bit reduced and slightly closed, but it opens up with ripe plum and black cherry fruit on the palate underscored by a firm, earthy minerality. The texture is wonderfully dense and long. With nearly 1.5 hectares, Rousseau is the third-largest proprietor here, after Ponsot and Dujac. They have almost a hectare in Fremières and almost a half-hectare in the original Clos de la Roche. The grapes are destemmed and gently fermented before ageing in used casks. Drinking Window: 2030-2065. (11/2/23)"

96 points La Revue du Vin de France: "Great refinement of violet and rosehip notes in the intense, vigorous Clos de la Roche, with a fairly compact mid palate, a solid backbone, built for ageing. (2025)"

95 points Christy Canterbury, MW (TimAtkin.com): "This starts with a feral, sweaty nose entwined with black plum skins, clove and cola. Thoroughly exotic, the palate is equally expressive and adds on a thick layer of savory minerality. Dusty tannins and racy acidity work dutifully to give the chunky core good definition. The long finish is guided by a delicate dryness. (2024)"

93-95 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2022 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru has another pure bouquet not dissimilar to the Mazy-Chambertin at this stage. At the moment, however, I discern less complexity; it is a little more closed. The palate is more expressive with a svelte texture and a hint of dark chocolate tincturing the red fruit. Gentle grip, building discretely in the mouth, this finishes with real gusto. Excellent. Drink: 2027-2055. (Jan 2024)"

93-95 points Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from a 1.48 ha holding, 1 ha of which is in Les Fremières and the rest in Clos de la Roche proper). There is just enough wood present to mention framing the spicy aromas of poached plum, warm earth and an array of floral nuances, especially violet and lilac. The gorgeously textured and punchy middleweight plus flavors also brim with dry extract on the firm, serious, youthfully austere and hugely long finale. This is potentially terrific with the development potential to match. Drink: 2034+. (Jan 2024)"