The 1999 Nuits-St.-Georges Les Pruliers has a nose of fresh herbs, black cherries, and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, satin-textured, and intense, it explodes on the palate with blackberries and road tar. Loads of super-sweet tannin can be found in this highly expressive and persistent wine.
Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802.