Arlaud Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2009
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
One of the more complex and complete Bonnes Mares we’ve ever tasted. The nose is expressively floral, with lots of spice and riper notes. The mouth delivers layers of blue and black fruits, alternating with deeper cassis notes and highlights of ginger.

Arlaud Bourgogne Hautes-Cotes de Nuits Blanc 2009
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
Crushed stones, spring water and dried wildflowers mixes with fresh pears and quince on the expressive nose; the mouth is silky and bright, very fresh and pure, with plenty of energy and pep. Yet the juicy personality of 2009 come through with lots of yellow fruits and candied citrus on the mouth—very delectable and perfectly balanced. Very limited; less than six barrels made for the world.

Arlaud Bourgogne Rouge Roncevie Vieilles Vignes 2009
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
The insider’s terroir find and always a favorite, on flavor and on value. The secret of “Roncevie” is that it’s surrounded by Gevrey village vineyards; it outperforms on every level and should never, ever be considered a “simple” Bourgogne rouge. Tremendously expressive and long in 2009, the wine’s aromas mix smoky cherries and candied roses. The mouth is sweet and harmonious, with purple and red fruits, candied oranges and suggestions of pepper and lavender. A knock-out and always a must-have.

Arlaud Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Sentiers 2009
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
Not far from grand cru Bonnes Mares, “Sentiers” is always a deeper, more black-fruited cru. Very limited in 2009; just four barrels produced. An aromatic blend of red and black fruits dusted with white pepper shows on the nose. Dark cherry jam and silky notes of blackberry mousse show on the mouth; the main sensations here are of layered meringue and juicy concentration. Outstanding.

Arlaud Chambolle-Musigny Vieilles Vignes 2009
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
A sensational wine every vintage; the Arlauds combine the best fruit from a handful of Chambolle plots to craft one of the most expressive and honest snapshots of Chambolle’s violet character. Lavender and blueberries mix on the palate, with grippy yet silky tannins and good structure.

Arlaud Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2009
France / Côte de Nuits-Burgundy
A penetrating Charmes with serious spice in both aroma and flavor. This comes on sultry like the blues and then wakes you up with a modern jazz sax solo! Floral in the nose, with purple roses and orange zest with some white pepper notes.