2018 Nuits-St Georges, Aux Cras, 1er Cru, Vieilles Vignes, Domaine Bruno Clavelier, Burgundy

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2018 Nuits-St Georges, Aux Cras, 1er Cru, Vieilles Vignes, Domaine Bruno Clavelier, BurgundyA much more deeply pitched nose is comprised by notes of dark currant, plum, earth and discreet but not invisible wood influence. The powerful, dense and muscular larger scaled flavors deliver excellent length on the compact and built to age finish. At least some patience required. 91 93 100, Alan Meadows, Burghound (January 2020)

Ian D'Agata

Between 20-30% of reserve wines dating back to 2009 are used each year

This area is known for its chalky soils

full of energy and saline kick

the 2000 Château Gruaud Larose offers a ripe

fleet-footed intensity

and hints of dark chcolate

perhaps a little more floral than a couple of years ago

which is typical of this commune

scorched earth

Soft banana emerges

Drinking at point