Sylvain Pataille, Marsannay Clos Roy Rouge Vintage:2012 A moderately toasty nose grudgingly

A moderately toasty nose grudgingly reveals its aromas of pretty essence of black cherry

The effect is seamless and smooth

dense and larger-bodied flavors possess a highly seductive mouthfeel that contrasts noticeably with the youthfully austere and intensely citrus-inflected finish that is presently a bit short

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seamless mouthfeel and beautifully polished tannin on the finish

Sylvain Pataille, Marsannay Clos Roy Rouge Vintage:2012 A moderately toasty nose grudgingly(80% whole clusters). Here the expressive nose blends notes of very ripe red and dark pinot fruit with discreet exotic and floral nuances. The supple and energetic flavors are not particularly dense, but they do possess good detail on the overtly austere compact and serious finale where the balance isnt quite completely dialed in.