This is a pleasure just to smell

earth and a whisper of old leather

It's as though the Clos de Bèze and Chambertin have switched places in 2006 as here the nose is positively kaleidoscopic with a huge range of aromas and spice elements along with a hint of menthol

This is more concentrated and structured than usual and should live for a very long time

Arnoux Lachaux, Nuits Saint Georges Rouge Vintage:2009 This is a pleasure justAn exuberantly expressive nose jumps from the glass to reveal a lovely array of earth, red currant, spice and a whiff of lavender. There is once again an appealing sense of energy to the lighter weight flavors that deliver solid punch and persistence on the balanced finish. This is a relatively elegant Nuits villages. (88 90) 2023+