The tobacco and stony fruit-scented 1999 Nuits-St.-Georges Les Hauts Poirets is medium-bodied and satin-textured. Cedar, blackberries, and hints of licorice can be found in this expressive yet firm wine. It has good depth of fruit and a harmonious personality. Drink it over the next 6 years.
Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 832-9083.