Arnoux Lachaux Latricieres Chambertin Grand Cru 2014

Arnoux Lachaux Latricieres Chambertin Grand Cru 2014Like several wines in the range there is an intense floral character to the highly restrained nose that combines notes of red cherry, plum and prominently earthy aromas. The rich, full bodied and obviously well concentrated yet notably finer flavors possess excellent mid palate fat that partially buffers the natural tendency of young Latricires towards austerity on the stony and detailed but slightly drying finish as the stems are in evidence. As

Here too the middle weight flavors possess a highly seductive texture thanks to the velvety mouth feel that continues onto the serious

but full body

a hint of licorice

deep Cabernet’s finish lasts 45-50 seconds

Not surprisingly this is aromatically more elegant with its cool and pure aromas of essence of red berries and lilac scents

The spectacular 1995 Syrah Eisele Vineyard is one of the greatest New World Syrahs I have ever tasted

Textbook Suchots

A nose of butter and hazelnut then introduces a palate of brioches and almond

A discreet touch of wood frames the impressively complex plum

high tannins

the 2010 boasts serious depth and concentration

Lovely and understated