Georges Mugneret Gibourg, Nuits Saint Georges Chaignots Vintage:2012 A lightly menthol-infused nose that

A lightly menthol-infused nose that is exceptionally ripe yet stops short of being surmature remains almost 100% primary with ample black fruit and spice aromas seamlessly merging into the rich

it is not the most powerful or massive Taylor's

This isn’t a monster of concentration in the same fashion as its 2018 counterpart but it offers fine quality

An important cru

the wine carries us along the Corniche in an open-top car

Georges Mugneret Gibourg, Nuits Saint Georges Chaignots Vintage:2012 A lightly menthol-infused nose thatSubtle but not invisible wood frames the violet, spice and earth suffused cassis and plum scented nose. The velvety and exceptionally rich flavors possess a different and more seductive texture than usual if perhaps a bit less minerality, all wrapped in a firm, serious and youthfully austere finish. Patience required but this is very promising.