2021 Arlaud, Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru, Aux Cheseaux 1x75cl

Burghound – 90-92

Moderate reduction. There is a bit more size, weight and density to the medium weight flavors that offer good if not exceptional depth and persistence on the equally structured and youthfully austere finale. This should also benefit from a few years of keeping to round off what are presently somewhat edgy tannins. [10/01/2023]

Vinous – 93-95

The 2021 Morey-Saint-Denis Aux Chesaux 1er Cru has a slight reduction on the nose, blacker fruit here, superb mineralité and precision. The palate is surfeit with finesse, beautifully balanced with a poised and satisfying, silky smooth finish. Superb. [Neal Martin, 01/01/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2042

Jasper Morris – 91-93

The fullest purple colour to date, among the Arlaud 2021s, with a ripe succulent dark red fruit and a touch more oak. A mild reduction, behind which I did not pick up any whole bunch effect. All in red fruit with an excellent graceful texture, just a light tannin or two at the back and very persistent. [01/11/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2031