Domaine Gerard Julien & Fils - Cote de Nuits-Villages Rouge 'Armand' - 2022

Moderate wood sets off slightly ripe yet still attractively fresh aromas of red cherry, dark currant and a whiff of smoked meat. The richer if slightly less vibrant and stony medium weight flavors possess a highly beguiling texture before culminating in a beautifully persistent and balanced finale. 89-91 Points Allen Meadows, Burghound