Taupenot Merme, Clos Lambrays other_regions_italy There is a lovely sense

There is a lovely sense of energy to the delineated medium weight flavors that exhibit more evident minerality that is particularly apparent on the mildly austere finale where a hint of bitter cherry appears

readers should wait another few years until the 1999 Rocche enters the next stage of its life

fig and hints of furniture polish emerging from the glass

and an elegant spiciness to the mix

While in an awkward stage today there appears to be excellent underlying material and this should be a quality effort

Taupenot Merme, Clos Lambrays other_regions_italy There is a lovely senseHere there is no reductive funk and in fact the nose is really quite pretty with its airy mix of red and dark pinot fruit that display top notes of spice and herbal tea. The forward and quite supple lighter weight flavors possess a beguiling mouthfeel partially due to the refined tannins, all wrapped in a sophisticated, lilting and energetic finish. This is an elegant and classy if not particularly dense wine. (90 93) 2027+