Bright aromas of cherry, raspberry and earth, intense and elegant. On the palate, very strong and extroverted red fruit leading to a beautiful, long, appetizing salty finish. Subdued tannins and a jolt of acidity at the end that creeps up as you drink more.
Super classy.
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(Maison Roche de Bellene Savigny-lès-Beaune Vieilles Vignes) Medium dark cherry red color with pale meniscus; fresh, crushed berry, black raspberry, light violets nose; tasty, mature, tart red berry, mineral, tart blackberry, light violets palate; should go 5-plus years; medium-plus finish (13% alcohol; 10% new wood; from vines ranging from 45-58 years old)
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4/2/2014 - CondorKhan wrote: 92 Points
Bright aromas of cherry, raspberry and earth, intense and elegant. On the palate, very strong and extroverted red fruit leading to a beautiful, long, appetizing salty finish. Subdued tannins and a jolt of acidity at the end that creeps up as you drink more.
Super classy.
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