JancisRobinson.com – 16.5

A little subdued after the Nuits Proces. All tucked in for the future but a bit demanding for the moment. Lots of sleek succulent fruit on the finish. [10/01/2013]

Anticipated maturity: 2018-2030

Vinous – 90-93

(racked and sulfited): Good bright, dark red. Raspberry, spices, flowers and licorice on the scented nose. Dense, sweet and creamy, with a dominant flavor of sappy maraschino cherry. Finishes impressively long and palate-saturating, with ripe tannins and good medicinal reserve. Lachaux noted that this cuvee used to be harder, but is very supple in both 2011 and 2010. Excellent potential. [Stephen Tanzer, 01/01/2013]