This too could use better depth but Virondot seemingly always ages extremely well

savory and earth-inspired flavors with a chewy texture and stewed tea-laced finish

yet have even a broader drink window

The 2004 Aro is a profound effort that may one day achieve a perfect score

Note well that plenty of patience will be required

Henri Gouges, Nuits Saint Georges Perrieres Blanc Vintage:2011 This too could use better(from white pinot noir, which is better known as Pinot Gouges; the vines were planted in 1947 the production is between 2000 and 2500 bottles). Residual hints of the malolactic fermentation, sulfur and wood are all that are discernible today. Otherwise the sleeker and more mineral driven flavors possess lovely drive on the intense, focused, linear and serious finish. Note that my rating assumes that the nose will clean up as the sulfur and wood are