Vougeraie, Nuits Saint Georges Damodes other_regions the 2004 needs a few

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

with pungent

with the bitter structure and the exaggerated phenolic ripeness of the growing season

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

5 ha parcel of 45+ year old vines

Vougeraie, Nuits Saint Georges Damodes other_regions the 2004 needs a fewHere 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