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Domaine de L'Arlot Nuits-Saint-Georges Clos de L'Arlot Blanc 2023

Domaine de L'Arlot Nuits-Saint-Georges Clos de L'Arlot Blanc 2023

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Textural, Ethereal, and Exquisitely Rare

A true Burgundian unicorn, the Clos de l'Arlot Blanc is one of the very few Premier Cru white wines produced in the famously red-dominated appellation of Nuits-Saint-Georges. For the 2023 vintage, the domaine incorporated the younger vines (previously bottled as "La Gerbotte") into this senior cuvée, resulting in a magnificent wine of concentration, restrained ripeness, and elegance. It reveals a complex, seductive bouquet of Anjou pear, lemon verbena, candied orange peel, and fresh almonds. On the palate, a slightly honeyed, luxurious texture expands beautifully, guided by fine, energetic acidity and a long, complete finish.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium-to-Full, Generous & Elegant ●●●●●
Texture Silky, Lightly Honeyed & Complete ●●●●●
Sweetness Bone-Dry ●●●●●
Acidity Fresh, Energetic & Delineated ●●●●●
Fruit Anjou Pear, Lemon Verbena & Candied Orange Peel ●●●●●
Oak Seamlessly Integrated (Aged in ~20% New French Oak) ●●●●●

Terroir, History & Acclaim

Critical Recognition:
James Suckling [96] pts
Jasper Morris [90-92] pts
  • 96 Points - James Suckling: "Complex mineral and flint aromas are supported by layers of white flowers, lemon pith, orange blossoms and profound chalkiness. The palate is medium-bodied with energetic acidity and a vivid mouthfeel, giving a chewy sensation, a mouthwatering finish and a steely, granitic aftertaste. Excellent energy and complexity from a site that also produces refined reds. Delicious. Drink or hold."
  • 90-92 Points ★★★★☆ - Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy: "Racked to tank on lees, not yet fined, to bottle in mid-December. Lemon verbena on the nose, with white fruit beneath. There is a generous heart to this, lifted by the finish, a little more tension than Au Leurey, for example. This will make a very good white Clos de l’Arlot. Some tannins help the structure. Drink from 2027-2030. Tasted Nov 2024."
  • The Rare White Monopole: Less than 5% of the Nuits-Saint-Georges appellation is planted to Chardonnay. Domaine de l'Arlot is famously one of the very few estates with a historic parcel of white vines. In 2023, the domaine made the pivotal decision to incorporate its younger vines (previously bottled under the La Gerbotte label) entirely into this senior 1er Cru cuvée, adding lovely generosity to the old-vine tension.
  • Biodynamic Purity & Elegance: Farmed under rigorous certified biodynamic standards, the winemaking focuses on protecting the natural energy of the site. The grapes are gently pressed and fermented with native yeasts, aging in a modest proportion of new French oak (~20%) for 12 months, followed by 3 months in stainless steel to tighten and focus the wine before bottling.

Highlights

  • 100% Chardonnay hand-harvested from a rare, white-limestone parcel within the 1er Cru "Clos de l'Arlot" monopole.
  • Farmed strictly under certified biodynamic viticulture to champion vine health and natural soil purity.
  • Aged beautifully for 12 months in fine French oak barrels (~20% new) and finished for 3 months in stainless steel to preserve its vivid energy.

Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Clear, pale lemon-yellow with bright, crystalline highlights.
  • Nose: Intensely aromatic and beautifully delineated. It opens with elegant scents of lemon verbena, Anjou pear, and candied orange peel, further enriched by delicate nuances of orange blossom, fresh almonds, vanilla, and a touch of beeswax.
  • Palate: Bone-dry and beautifully textured, sitting at the upper edge of medium-bodied. A generous, lightly honeyed core of white orchard fruit and candied citrus expands seamlessly across the palate. Fine structural phenolics and bright, energetic acidity lift the rich fruit, driving into an exceptionally long, complete, and focused finish.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve chilled but not ice-cold at 10–12°C. Allowing the wine to warm slightly in the glass will release its complex floral aromatics and enhance its luxurious texture.
  • Decanting: A 30-minute decant is recommended in its youth to allow the tightly wound structure and delicate oak to beautifully integrate. It possesses the balance to age gracefully in the cellar through 2033.
  • Western Pairing: Pan-seared sea scallops in brown butter, buttery roast poultry, lobster bisque, or veal sweetbreads in a cream sauce.
  • Asian Pairing: Steamed garoupa with ginger and scallions (清蒸石斑魚), salt-and-pepper calamari, or delicately flavored dim sum dishes like har gow (蝦餃).

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