2003 Emmanuel Rouget, Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru, Les Beaux Monts, Bottle (750ml)

Very ripe and explosive nose that is the freshest so far as there is a certain airiness to the more elegant black fruit, spice and dark cherry liqueur aromas, which introduce punchy, intense and mineral-infused medium full flavors. The minerality gives both lift and firmness to the moderately well-structured finish. There is however a note of acidity that is presently sticking out on the notably long finale, which should integrate with time as there is so much richness here.- BH (1/2005)
Emmanuel Rouget, Vosne-Romanee Premier Cru, Les Beaux Monts