Sylvain Pataille Bourgogne le Chapitre Rouge 2015 (750ML)

90-92 WA / 89-92 VM / 17.5 JR / 89-91 BH

The 2015 Bourgogne le Chapitre has a lively blackcurrant and raspberry bouquet with autumn leaf and tobacco aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannin, one of the most structured wines from the domaine this year, a little austere towards the finish that initially feels introspective but finds its voice after a few minutes. There is a wonderful saline aftertaste here that bodes well for the future. Perhaps this has more secrets up its sleeve? Neal Martin – The Wine Advocate

An absolutely stunning wine, the 2015Bourgogne Rouge Chapitre is a reference point example of what Marsannay can be. Beautifully delineated aromatics and nuanced fruit bristle with youthful intensity. A kick of tannin on the finish adds further character in this hauntingly beautiful, compelling Marsannay from Sylvain Pataille. I tasted the 2015 from two samples aged in different cellars. Both were compelling. Antonio Galloni – The Wine Advocate

This has the perfume and aromatic range more like Vosne or Chambolle than Bourgogne! Over-delivers at every level. Wonderful complexity, generous fruit and a furry tannic texture that gives firmness and ageability to the palate. GV (RH) Jancis Robinson

Tasting note: An overtly floral and decidedly high-toned nose of mostly red berry fruit also displays hint of earth and spice. There is very good richness, mid-palate concentration and punch to the round and seductively textured flavors that manage to be at once lush yet serious before terminating in a markedly saline finish that exhibits first class persistent for a regional wine. It's rare to find a Bourgogne at this quality level and this is highly recommended. Outstanding – Top Value – Allen Meadows - Burghound