(93-95) The 2015 Nuits Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Fôrets Saint Georges includes around 55% whole bunch and is actually a blend of six different cuvées. What is interesting is that the whole bunch contribution is far less tangible in this compared to the Clos de l'Arlot. It is very well defined, quite sensual in style with very pure red berry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin: tart red cherry fruit, wild strawberry, saline in the mouth with a sappy finish that keeps drawing you back in. This is an outstanding contribution to the vintage, courtesy of winemaker Géraldine Godot. -Neal Martin

As is usually the case this is much earthier and more sauvage with its more deeply pitched aromas of various dark berry fruit, plum, floral and discreet humus nuances that are trimmed in enough wood to remark upon. There is notably more size, weight and power present to the markedly rich big-bodied flavors that are at once seductive yet quite serious on the clearly built-to-age finish. Highly recommended.

The 2015 Nuits-Saint-Georges Clos des Fôrets-Saint-Georges 1er Cru has a lovely nose with blackberry, mulberry, pressed flowers, dried herbs and a touch of wild mint. The palate is medium-bodied, fine grip, good volume and mineralité. This is quite spicy towards the finish with just a touch of curry leaf coming through with time. Just a light marine note, a hint of iodine on the aftertaste. This is drinking beautifully. Tasted at the Domaine de L’Arlot tasting at La Cabotte in London. -- Neal Martin