861 cases made

the 2000 delivers considerable intensity and raciness

yet with a refreshing finish

precise and sweet flavors that display ample minerality

as the 2013 really needs a number of years to be at its very best

Arnoux Lachaux, Clos Vougeot Vintage:2011 861 cases made(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