Sylvain Pataille, Marsannay Clos Roy Rouge Vintage:2012 dense and larger-bodied flavors possess

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

with superb concentration and depth at the core and a long

The mouthfeel is fleshy and generous and there is plenty of backbone here to carry the wine forward throughout the years

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

Sylvain Pataille, Marsannay Clos Roy Rouge Vintage:2012 dense and larger-bodied flavors possess(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.