As the scores and tasting notes attest, Chevillon was successful. I am delighted that in 1991 all filtration was halted, something that can only be considered a positive development. All of these offerings are well-colored and tannic. There may be a slight gamble with a handful of these selections, but in most cases I feel Chevillon's 1991s possess the requisite depth of fruit to balance out the tannin. The 1991 Nuits St.-Georges-Les Perrieres is similarly styled, but with more underlying fruit and personality than Les Roncieres. As with most of these wines, it possesses deep ruby color, a chewy density to its fruit, and some spice and toughness in the finish.
Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA.