2018 Bruno Lorenzon Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Champs Martin Carline (Pre-arrival)

“The 2018 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos de Champs Martin Cuvée Carline is another stellar performance from Lorenzon, mingling aromas of dark berries, cassis and plums with hints of smoked meats, orange rind, dark chocolate and exotic spices in a deep and seamlessly integrated bouquet. Medium to full-bodied, it’s deep and concentrated, built around powdery tannins and lively acids, its lively core of fruit complemented by inviting sapid, even carnal nuances. This impeccably balanced wine has an identity all of its own, but it could be seamlessly slipped into any tasting of the Côte de Nuits’ best.”