The 2012 Nuits St Georges 1er Cru Les Bousselots is according to Blair, a difficult parcel to farm as it has a drainage problem, possibly because of a hidden spring. Some of the vines have been pruned Cordon to reduce yields. The nose is slightly reticent at the moment, although with time it reveals attractive, brambly red fruit with earthy tones. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins. This is tight, masculine and linear, but there is a lovely silkiness which augurs well for the future. Good potential, but it will need time in bottle.

An interesting nose presents citrus blossom and tangerine skin nuances on the otherwise more typical red currant and earth aromas. There is good energy to the more obviously mineral-infused medium weight flavors that possess equally good depth and length on the balanced finish where the supporting tannins are not quite as refined. I like the balance and this should repay up to a decade of cellar time.