Domaine Arlaud Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Blanchards 2018
- Vintage
- 2018
- Country
- France
- Region
- Burgundy,Cote de Nuits
- Size
- 750ml
- Rating
- WS91, BH87-90
- Grape
- Pinot Noir
Dark and brooding, this red boasts dark plum, blackberry and blueberry flavors, with a touch of dusty chocolate. There is lively acidity and tannins that leave a chalky feel. Best from 2022 through 2033. - WS91
Reduction once again pushes the fruit to the background though it does seem to be very ripe. I very much like the mid-palate mouthfeel of the medium-bodied flavors though the attractive texture is in sharp contrast to the firm and very grippy finish that is compact and somewhat short. While this too may come together once it's bottled, it seems somewhat less likely compared to the Noirots. - BH87~90
We might say that this wine is a paradox the fruit is mature, deep and black. And meanwhile the wine shows a sharp minerality, unlighted by a bright acidity. However, the alchemy work even if this 1er Cru demands some experience to fully discover it’s potential.- Winemaker's Notes
Domaine Arlaud was created in 1942 with the marriage of Joseph Arlaud, a man from Ardèche, and Renée Amiot, a woman from a family with deep roots in the Burgundian wine culture. The bride’s dowry brought parcels in excellent vineyards, which Joseph supplemented by shrewd acquisitions, beginning in 1949. In 1966, the family acquired a 14th Century historical building in which to age their wines. The cellar is displayed on their wine labels.
Their son Hervé took over in 1983 and, with his wife Brigitte, continued to increase the estate. Their children gradually joined them and worked together from 2004 to 2012.
In 2003, the family began moving operations to a new, modern facility in Morey Saint Denis. The 14th Century cellar, located in the heart of Nuits Saint Georges is still used for the Estate’s wine library and for special tastings. It is an authentic and unique place to celebrate three generations of Burgundian hospitality.
In 2013 Cyprien Arlaud assumed full control over management of the Family estate. By then, it had grown to 15 hectares, consisting of 19 separate Appellation Controlled vineyard sites, with choice plots in 4 grand Crus: Clos de la Roche, Clos Saint Denis, Charmes Chambertin, and Bonnes Mares.