Comte Armand, Auxey Duresses 1er Cru Vintage:2017 the wine instantly pops with

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Larner vineyard (Ballard Canyon) and Watch Hill vineyard (Alisos Canyon)

Brilliant violet

A classic Gevrey nose of pungent earth

Comte Armand, Auxey Duresses 1er Cru Vintage:2017 the wine instantly pops with(a blend of two 1ers, the older vines Les Brterins and Bas de Duresses the vines run from 35 to 75 years of age). This possesses a nose that is compositionally similar to that of the straight Auxey but offers both a bit more aromatic depth and complexity. There is good richness to the lightly mineral inflected flavors that possess good detail and fine length on the less obviously rustic finish as the tannins are more fine grained. (88 91) 2019+