Roche Bellene, Nuits Saint Georges Vv

Roche Bellene, Nuits Saint Georges VvThere is reasonably good freshness to the spicy cassis, earth and softly wooded nose. There is acceptable richness to the lighter weight but vibrant flavors that exhibit acceptable depth on the slightly dry and mildly warm and rustic finish. This is very Nuits in basic character and while the balance isnt perfect, there are aspects to enjoy note that this would best be served with food. 87 2022+

(from leased vines that Niellon has exploited since 1988 and he believes that they were planted in 1939)

This is very classy and I very much like the innate sense of balance

black and blue fruit aromas trimmed in subtle floral notes that complement the rich

floral and ample spice and earth nuances

Stays sweet

earth and a gamy hint

offering highly complex flavors of candied fruit and exotic dried flowers

11% cabernet franc and 7% petit verdot)

By contrast there is a lovely sense of freshness and vibrancy to the bigger

Very deep purple-black

I would not be surprised if this is a less than perfect example

mineral-driven cassis