92 Antonio Galloni - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

"The 2009 Nuits St. Georges Clos de la Marechale shows the more virile side of Pinot. Black cherries smoke, tar and licorice all come to life in this intense, broad-shouldered wine. Layers of fruit build to the muscular, virile finish. The wine’s masculine personality is quite a contrast to the seductiveness of Mugnier’s other 2009s. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2029."

91 Allen Meadows - Burghound

"An expressive and moderately fresh nose speaks of notably ripe and earthy red and blue pinot fruit that is very much in keeping with the tautly muscular and firm middle weight flavors. This possesses plenty of dry extract which buffers well the moderately dense tannins shaping the mouth coating and lingering finish. Not surprisingly, this is not nearly as refined but the length is impressive."