Arnoux Lachaux, Clos Vougeot Vintage:2018 maybe a decade

maybe a decade

all wrapped in a notably more complex finish

This is clearly quite backward and is going to need most of a decade to arrive at its peak

spice and notably earthy aromas

The sandy soils here meant that phylloxera never took hold so that most of the vines are ungrafted

Arnoux Lachaux, Clos Vougeot Vintage:2018 maybe a decade(from vines next to the wall by Grands Echzeaux). Moderate but not really invasive wood serves as a backdrop for the mix of various dark berry fruit elements where additional breadth is present in the form of earth, spice and violet hints. There is good muscle and punch to the broad shouldered and attractively textured flavors that conclude in a firm and mildly austere finish that delivers excellent persistence. This is clearly going to need time but