Sylvain Pataille Marsannay L'Ancestrale 2018 (750ML)

91-93 BH

Note: from a mix of vines that range from 60 to 80+ years of age; 100% whole cluster

Tasting note: Once again there is little to discern on what appears to be a ripe nose other than pungent reduction. The medium weight flavors possess evident volume, power and mid-palate concentration as the old vines are in evidence, all while displaying a taut muscularity on the stony and beautifully persistent finish where a touch of bitter cherry pit character arises. This terrific effort is well-balanced but quite serious and will also require at least a few years of bottle age first. Sweet Spot – Outstanding – Allen meadows - Burghound