Aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, cinnamon and clove, with a lick of vanilla. Light-to-medium bodied, the palate has bags of fruit flavours, with a soft spiciness and a delightful streak of minerally acidity. Time in the glass, tobacco and sous bois notes develop, and the fruit gains more flesh. Even on the day after opening, it continues to evolve - a sure sign of a wine built to last. A really lovely wine, from a great vintage - and a great introduction to fine 1er Cru Burgundy.

Clear light ruby red colour. This is lighter than the brilliant 2005 (which was, of course, from a truly exceptional vintage) but still has that beguiling nose typical of Vincent Lumpp's wines. It offers bright aromas of strawberry, cranberry and red cherry, complemented by subtle notes of exotic spice, forest floor, cedar and polished wood. The palate is also full of bright, tangy fruit flavours, with a backbone of juicy acidity and softening tannins - less grippy than the 2005, but lighter in body and actually more elegant and forward at this stage in its evolution. In fact, you can drink it with pleasure now, although it will reward ageing of 5 or so more years before reaching its peak.