Vougeraie, Nuits Saint Georges Damodes other_regions Oak is quite marked still

Oak is quite marked still

the 2004 needs a few hours of air for the tannins to soften

5 ha parcel of 45+ year old vines

incense and smoky minerals pick up a spicy nuance as the wine opens up

(from a rarely seen 1er that measures only

Vougeraie, Nuits Saint Georges Damodes other_regions Oak is quite marked stillHere the wood treatment is more obvious though still relatively modest as it allows the ripe, earth and appealingly spicy red currant, plum, violet and rose petal aromas to shine. I very much like the mouth feel of the distinctly mineral tinged medium bodied flavors that possess outstanding complexity while concluding in a tension filled and impressively persistent finish. The balance of structural elements is perfect and this should age effortlessly