Arlaud, Charmes Chambertin other_regions_italy 8 ha holding that averages

8 ha holding that averages 40+ years of age)

Last year from barrel this was restrained to the point of being almost mute but that is no longer the case as the nose is now overtly expressive with very ripe and again borderline exotic aromas of yellow orchard fruit along with the more classic scents of citrus

(from Les Crais Gillon

black olive and even some tarry notes feature prominently in this medium to full-bodied wine thats supple

it is evident that the old vines bring with them a certain gravitas of tannin

Arlaud, Charmes Chambertin other_regions_italy 8 ha holding that averages(from a 1. 13 ha parcel at the top of Mazoyres that abuts the Route des Grands Crus). Firm reduction renders the nose unreadable at present. There is however good freshness to the slightly bigger and richer yet still quite sleek flavors that possess focused power on the impressively precise, youthfully austere and quite serious finish. This doesnt have quite the same grace as the Combottes but its definitely a quality effort as its built to age and a