($36, Vineyard Brands): Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair, a top-notch producer based in Nuits St. Georges, has, like other Burgundy producers, expanded into Beaujolais.  In 2012, he produced two captivating wines from Moulin-à-Vent, the best of appellation’s 10 crus.  The 2012 Vieilles Vignes, which comes from a variety of parcels within Moulin-à-Vent, transmits the granitic character of the region with a deep earthy firmness.  Lovely savory nuances and slightly bitter finish adds to the enjoyment.   Drink it now with bold winter fare.  This is about as far away as you can get from the tutti-fruity flavors associated with Beaujolais.
91 Michael Apstein Dec 15, 2015