While this should reward a few years of cellar time I suspect that it will be accessible young as well

This is most impressive as it manages to deliver stunning intensity and depth of material without any undue heaviness

This is a relatively refined Nuits 1er that is built-to-age yet not especially austere and thus should drink well after only 5 to 7 years of age

it will drink well between now and 2010

The lilting

Bouchard Pere et Fils, Volnay Clos Chenes Size:12x750ml While this should reward aHere too the wood is very prominent though the underlying fruit appears to have been freshness and this is confirmed on the palate as there is much better vibrancy to the bigger bodied flavors that exhibit fine power and drive on the very firm and robust finale. Note that my range assumes the wood will in time be eventually successfully absorbed. (89 92) 2029+