Gregoire Bichot (Domaine Clos), Nuits Saint Georges Crots

Gregoire Bichot (Domaine Clos), Nuits Saint Georges Crots(from a . 60 ha parcel in a vineyard that is rarely seen as its quite small). The markedly cool but ripe aromas of cassis, plum, spice and earth introduce equally pure middle weight flavors that possess very solid mid palate concentration thanks to the abundant dry extract. There is a real sense of volume on the lightly mineralinfused finish that delivers excellent length. This is firm but not aggressive and should amply reward 10 to 12 years of

spice and newly turned earth aromas

and an elegant spiciness to the mix

dark currant and plenty of gamy nuances

and a delicate stony texture

and Hall’s wines are as characterful as the man himself

has building tannins

The 2004 is intense

Palacios told me this wine was special from day one

composed finish

at least for the time being

focused and very powerful finish that seems to go on and on

Some more time in bottle has made this a classic Port from start to finish in terms of aromatics and flavors