Domaine Leroy   Nuits St Georges aux Allots

1990 Nuits St Georges aux Allots

By Domaine Leroy

1990 Nuits St Georges aux Allots from Domaine Leroy, Burgundy, France

The very utterance of ‘1990 Nuits St Georges aux Allots from Domaine Leroy’ conjures a reverence among connoisseurs and savvy investors alike. Amid the pantheon of Burgundian legends, this vintage stands as a testament to the climatic and artisanal alchemy that epitomises the region's oeuvre.

 

Quintessential Vintner's Artistry

Lalou Bize-Leroy’s deft hand in viticulture and steadfast commitment to biodynamic principles yield unequivocal expressions of terroir. The 1990 vintage is no outlier, with its tapestry of intricate flavours unfurling elegantly as time bequeaths its wisdom upon this storied elixir. The wisdom imbued within these precious 750 millilitres is the fruit of a harmonious season; a temperate spring followed by a warm, yet unsparing summer—ideal conditions that ushered in a harvest of impeccable balance and maturity.

 

Layered Complexity: A Narrative in Every Sip

Critics have lavished praise upon the 1990 Nuits St Georges aux Allots for its portrait-like depiction of Burgundy’s heart and soul. It possesses an olfactory bouquet rich with the aromas of macerated cherries and earthy undergrowth—hints at the ethereal experience awaiting the palate. On tasting, one uncovers layers akin to peeling back the soil of Côte de Nuits itself: bold yet supple tannins; ripe red fruits in intimate dance with whispers of truffle and leather; all converging into a finish as lengthy and satisfying as one’s enduring memory of the Rue de la Tâche.

 

Investment-Grade Sensorial Indulgence

The well-informed investor recognises that certain vintages not only represent aesthetic masterpieces but also exemplify prudent acquisitions. As is characteristic of Domaine Leroy’s celebrated creations, the allure of this wine extends far beyond enthusiast adoration into the realm of tangible asset appreciation.

It has been over three decades since its auspicious debut, and the 1990 Nuits St Georges aux Allots from Domaine Leroy continues to impress with its remarkable vitality and undiminished elegance. Here lies an investment-grade vintage whereby culinary indulgence is woven seamlessly with wealth accrual—an heirloom bottle that is an emblematic representation for those who seek both patrimonial prestige and palatal gratification within their cellars.

Current market price

$63,470.00

12x75cl

Highest score

92

POP score

3178.33

Scores and tasting notes

92

This is one of five offerings from the village of Nuits St.-Georges, all of which are outstanding. The Nuits St.-Georges-Aux Allots exhibits a licorice, black fruit, earthy character, a super-saturated, deep purple color, deep, thick, rich, fruity flavors, full body, and a sweet, long, moderately tannic finish. It can be drunk young, but ideally I would wait 3-4 years and drink it over the following two decades. Importer: Martine's Wines, San Rafael, CA.

Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 22 October 1992

Vintage performance