1996 Nuits St Georges Aux Allots
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This medium-to-dark ruby-colored wine exhibits scents of cassis bathed in mocha and chocolate. Its full-bodied, velvety-textured, and bright character is awash in blueberries dusted with confectioners sugar, fresh herbs, candied red cherries, stones, and a myriad of oaky spices. This gem also possesses a long, supple, and soft finish. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2008. Importers: Martine's Wines, Inc., San Rafael, CA; tel (415) 485-1800, and Paterno Imports, Chicago, IL; tel (847) 604-8900.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Pierre Rovani
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More expressive aromas of smoke, game and roasted nuts. Sappier in the mouth, with lovely spicy fruit and a restrained sweetness. Has a rather powerful structure but good buffering extract prevents the wine from coming across as hard. Firm and very persistent on the finish.
About the producer

For many, Domaine Leroy represents the pinnacle of fine Burgundy. Owned and run by the legendary Lalou Bize-Leroy, the domaine in Vosne-Romanée is one strand of the Leroy empire, along with Maison Leroy and Domaine d’Auvenay.