Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots Arnoux-Lachaux (Domaine) 2002
13.5%
2.25L
Intensity
A very fine wine from a top quality terroir. Charming and elegant with a superb silky texture.
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Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Les Suchots Arnoux-Lachaux (Domaine) 2002
The wine
This cuvée is produced on a parcel encircled by Romanée Saint-Vivant and le Richebourg to the south and les Echézeaux to the north. The vines are approximately 70 years old. The fermentation process is traditional with low intervention and barrels (70% new) used for élevage. This wine has floral aromas on the nose with notes of clove and spice and the palate has a distinctive silky and rounded quality.
About the Producer Arnoux-Lachaux
Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux was founded in 1858 and has been run by five successive generations. Currently, Florence and Pascal Lachaux are at the helm (since 1995) of the operation. The vineyards cover just under 15 hectares and appellations: Vosne-Romanée, Clos-de-Vougeot, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Chambolle-Musigny, Echezaux, and Romanée-Saint-Vivant. The vines are maintained with grass cover, the yields have been mastered and thus, the quality of the wines has been further increased. A Côte des Nuits domaine which is not to be missed.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 3 bottles
Level: 3 NormalObservation: 3 Marginally marked labelsOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 13.5 %
Region: Burgundy
Appellation: Vosne-Romanée
Classification: Premier Cru
Owner: Arnoux-Lachaux (Domaine)
Vintage: 2002
Colour: red
Service temperature: 16°
Size (in ha): 0.43 hectares
Intensity: smooth
Leading aroma: red fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine