(WA92-94 points) The 2013 Nuits Saint Georges 1er Cru les Roncières could be one of Etienne Grivot's finest offerings. It has a more red fruit spectrum than the Pruliers with red cherries, mint and then later, earthy aromas developing. There is good transparency here. The palate is very tense and ripe, the acidity more “cutting” than the Pruliers with more mineralité on the vivacious finish. Excellent. - Neal Martin

(BH90-93 points) An attractively fresh, cool and reserved nose offers up notes of ripe red currant, floral, spice and iron-inflected earth. The medium-bodied flavors are muscular yet sleek with a lovely minerality adding a sense of refinement to the long, firm and balanced finish that displays no rusticity. The tannins are firm but well-integrated and 12 years or so of cellaring should see this stylish effort at its best.

Smooth and supple, this wine has structure and tannin so well cushioned by the ripe fruits and fine acidity. The structure and tannins are integrated into the rich red fruits and dark plum juiciness. The aftertaste, with an elegant freshness, brings the balance together. Drink from 2018.