Jean Chauvenet, Nuits Saint Georges Rue Chaux Vintage:2015 13% Tempranillo and 12% Grenache

13% Tempranillo and 12% Grenache blend

this has a wonderful balance of creaminess with spring-like freshness

the perfectly balanced palate displays a laser-like texture

At present it lacks a little generosity

the vineyards limestone soils manage to impart the requisite acidity

Jean Chauvenet, Nuits Saint Georges Rue Chaux Vintage:2015 13% Tempranillo and 12% GrenacheModerate wood influence surrounds the ultra fresh if somewhat somber aromas of black cherry, plum, earth and once again a whiff of the sauvage. There is a distinct sense of restraint to the cool, precise and concentrated middle weight flavors that also evidence a sleek muscularity to the lingering, complex and built to age finish. This is a powerful and notably serious effort that is most impressive though I underscore that it will not be an enticing