Côte de Nuits- Villages, Aux Montagnes, 2022 in the tiny Toppe Citeau

in the tiny Toppe Citeau vineyard

chestnut honey and star anise

fading to a pale pink rim

with good texture and weight

with elements of gunflint

Côte de Nuits- Villages, Aux Montagnes, 2022 in the tiny Toppe CiteauBright, dark red core fading to a pale violet rim. Concentrated, ripe and intense nose, with lovely blackcurrant leaf and cherry fruit notes, and hints of plum jam, mocha, black treacle and spice. On the palate the wine is fleshy and concentrated and shows great purity. It is both supple and round with ripe, but sinewy tannins. Great texture and grip. Quite complex, dry, with red fruit elements alongside notes of smoke, spice and black tea, that lead