Arnoux Lachaux Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Proces 2013 Speyside espresso and grilled herbs flesh

espresso and grilled herbs flesh out on the huge finish

jammy blackberries and cassis

Araujo’s 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Eisele Vineyard is a picture perfect example of the year

An exuberantly expressive nose jumps from the glass to reveal a lovely array of earth

lavender and sandalwood hints

Arnoux Lachaux Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru Les Proces 2013 Speyside espresso and grilled herbs fleshA pretty and well layered blend of both red and black pinot fruit is liberally laced with earth, spice and floral elements. The well delineated and punchy middle weight flavors possess ample richness as well as very good volume before concluding in a slightly more powerful and complex finale.