Marchand & Tawse, Clos Vougeot

Marchand & Tawse, Clos VougeotNA

captivating aromas of blackberry

bay leaf and sage to smoke and grilled beef and from blueberries and blackberries to plums laced with spice

The toasty quality gains strength with air and carries through an impressively long

I believe this was made a good five years before the Moueixes took over the château next to Ausone previously known as Bélair

violet and a hint of wood

I am certainly reminded of the belief stated in their press releases that “a great rose Champagne must be made from very ripe grapes

This complex red shows a duality between its rose

with perfectly integrated acidity and a floral element giving clarity and lift to the red fruit

A deft application of wood still allows free reign to the earthy and spicy red berry fruit aromas that complement the rich

This blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

Moderate reduction dominates the nose at present

if less expressive at this stage than its peers