Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Damodes 2016A much more floral inflected nose reflects plenty of spice and earth influences on the ripe aromas of plum and black cherry liqueur. There is once again an attractive sense of energy to the beautifully defined and overtly stony medium bodied flavors that coat the palate with dry extract on the tightly wound and moderately austere finale. Patience will be indispensable here. Country Region: France, Burgundy Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir Bottle Size:

understated

and lively and fun

Deep garnet in color and made of 54% Cabernet Franc and 46% Merlot

it finishes long and perfumed

but the nut and minerality are what dominate the palate

This is a genuine bruiser of a wine and as such it won't be for everyone

over a fortnight after the first

The texture is remarkably silky and refined

The wine combines the elegance and power expected of a Corton

The black leather handle adds a soft touch to the powerful metal lever

The magic is clearly Petrus

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