The 2009 Ladoix (from the Le Clou d’Orge lieu-dit) shows considerable freshness and linearity in its well–articulated fruit. I especially like the energy and focus here. The vintage has given the Ladoix a measure of generosity and fullness but without losing vibrancy. A hint of oak lingers on the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2012+.
Jacques Lardiere and Frederic Barnier showed me a wide range of 2009s during my visit in late June, 2011. Many of the jewels among the 2009s are hidden in the villages level wines, which I highly encourage readers to check out. I also tasted a selection of 2008s. The 2008s are quite fat for the year. Yields were lower than in 2009. Lardiere made the decision to age the wines longer on their lees to give them more richness, which he felt was lacking because of the inconsistent, high acid vintage. As a result, these are fairly big 2008s.
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