2011 Nuits St Georges La Charmotte
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Bright, nuanced ruby. Richer than most with a hint of strawberries. Perhaps not quite as refreshing as his Toppe au Vert 2011. But lots of delivery and hedonism. (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
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Lively, sweet, gentle with lots of energy. Rather different from most. Long and appetising. (JR)
(40% new oak): Bright full red. Raspberry and smoke on the nose. Rich and intense, with noteworthy energy to its red fruit and spice flavors. Finishes with slightly dusty tannins. This wine will spend another three or four months in barrel ("it still needs to be constructed a bit more in the middle," explains Thibault Liger-Belair) but should provide early pleasure.
There is a floral character to the very fresh red cherry, earth and spice suffused nose. Likewise, there is equally good freshness and punch to the fleshy medium-bodied flavors that possess an appealingly textured mouth feel, all wrapped in a complex, dusty, firm and solidly structured finish that offers good if not special depth. While not overtly rustic, this is definitely Nuits in basic character. Tasted: Jan 15, 2014. Drink: 2017+