2002 Domaine de L'Arlot Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru Clos de l'Arlot Blanc

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• By Jancis Robinson, MW
  1/28/2004, (See more on JancisRobinson.com...)

  (Dom de l'Arlot, Clos de l'Arlot Chambolle-Musigny White) Subscribe to see review text.

Burgundy-Report

• By Bill Nanson
  11/1/2005, (See more on Burgundy-Report...)

  (l'Arlot Nuits St.Georges Blanc Clos de l'Arlot) From a steep section of 37 year-old vines in the Clos, mixed with 5% Pinot Gris also from the Clos. High-toned, sweet floral esters over a base of passion-fruit. Apparently this exotic aspect is very typical for the cuvée, taking 5-6 years to resemble a more typical white burgundy. Good mouthfeel, seems relatively low acidity but Olivier comments that it is 'average' and that the exotic aspects and richness are probably hiding it a little. An interesting extra dimension of flavour on the mid-palate, melting into a very interesting medium-length finish. Slowly takes on a more honeyed aspect in the glass. Seriously interesting, a Nuits version of Meursault Gouttes d'Or perhaps. Regarding longevity the domaine always assumed it was better to drink this wine on the younger side, but apparently wines from the late 80's are very nice still.