Cotes de Nuits Magny 2020An exuberantly floral suffused nose speaks of a plethora of spice elements on the black cherry and wood toast aromas. There is impressive density to the suave, round and dense larger scaled flavors that also coat the palate with dry extract before culminating in a powerful yet refined and sneaky long finish. This too should amply repay at least some forbearance. Country Region: France, Burgundy Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir Bottle Size: 750ml

There is outstanding intensity and ample muscularity to the firmly structured medium weight flavors that deliver excellent power on the overtly rustic finale

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Frost damage from the episode of March 25 was

followed by touches of unsmoked cigars

the palate is frisky and fresh with a moderate level of approachable

One of his descendants

The structure is commanding yet supremely elegant - a hallmark of great Chambertin - with refined tannins providing the architectural framework for extended cellaring

The nose is expressive and perfumed

This wine captures both the distinctive character of the Corton hillside and the warmth of the 2022 vintage

Grape Variety: 60% Grenache

at 400-metres altitude above the town of Ghisonaccia

Bourboulenc 10%