Arlot, Nuits Saint Georges Clos Arlot Blanc other_regions_italy There's a hint of oak

There's a hint of oak spice here but it is very subtle and beautifully melded with the fresh fruit of the variety

well-integrated

velvety and opulent medium weight plus flavors are still notably youthful and muscular yet the abundant sap buffers the moderately firm tannic spine on the delicious

cherry- and floral-scented red

with tons of depth

Arlot, Nuits Saint Georges Clos Arlot Blanc other_regions_italy There's a hint of oakOnce again there is a vaguely exotic character to the toasty aromas of menthol, citrus, tea and spiced apple. Like the Gerbotte, the medium weight flavors are impressively dense with a succulent and opulent texture, all wrapped in a slightly austere, nicely dry and lingering finale. This is also a bit rustic, but I like the balance.