The 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos de la Maréchale is more overtly structured from bottle than I perceived from barrel, unwinding in the glass with aromas of dark berries, cherries, vine smoke and earthy spices, followed by a medium to full-bodied, taut and chalky palate that will reward some patience.

The 2021 Nuits Saint-Georges Clos de la Marechale 1er Cru has a well-defined bouquet: a mixture of red and black fruit and a touch of aniseed. The palate is well-balanced with gentle grip, powdery in texture, and slightly bitter towards the finish that needs a little more cohesion.