Sylvain Pataille Marsannay 'Clos du Roy' 2021

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Sylvain Pataille Marsannay 'Clos du Roy' 2021Alongside Longeroies and Champs Perdix, the Clos du Roy is one of Marsannay's largest and most revered vineyards. Some consider it the appellation's finest terroir, which makes sense when you consider the name: Roy is the ancient French spelling of roi, meaning king. It's a steep, east facing slope above the village of Chenve, on the same line as the Gevrey Premiers Crus to the south. It has lightish red soil, including some sand, over a bed of

and the fruit feels very vibrant at this young stage

It is long and intense and provided with great aging potential

I really shouldn't go praising this wine too highly

Classic left bank cabernet sauvignon

Stuart Piggot

This is a classic vintage that puts its best foot forward in terms of balanced intensity and elegant structure

yet the perfume also exists on the palate and keeps the wine lighter on it’s feet than the other Cru’s

citrus fruits linger on the finish

This Beaune 1er Cru is a harmonious blend of intensity

licorice and pressed violet

What a great nose of fresh pineapple and wild herbs this rich and concentrated dry Riesling has

Key Botanicals - Strawberry gum