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

It's a totally brilliant wine bristling with energy

plus some Old World hints of meat and earth

Here too there is enough reduction present to require plenty of aeration

The palate is well balanced with slightly firm tannin

Arnoux Lachaux, Nuits Saint Georges Rouge Vintage:2009 It's as though the ClosAn 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+