Maison de Grand Esprit Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru La Belle Voisine

(BrunnerGang@Mich'sMysteryMarvel) Screwcap - may have messed with its development. Uncomfortably closed and primary for such a hot year at this age. Sharp nose of earth and sour plums, orange peel, dark cocoa, and fresh sneaker rubbers. Tart tight tannins, sour-cherry sharpness, with fresh-squeezed orange juice with extra pith. Pretty dark plums, white peppers and stale espresso. Some tall elegance does come through, although the finish seems rather muted and shut-down. Awkward phase? A 3-hr decanting helped minimally. May leave my …