2021 | Domaine Michel Mallard et Fils Les Serpentières | Savigny-lès-Beaune Premier Cru Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence Bright and savory

Bright and savory

and pomegranate blend

so it starts as a Fino and finishes aging like an Oloroso and has a combination of both characters

an ancient Basque fishing village on Spain’s rugged northern coast

crisp and perfect in its youth for the summerly terraces but with potential for further maturing to a complete text book Riesling

2021 | Domaine Michel Mallard et Fils Les Serpentières | Savigny-lès-Beaune Premier Cru Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence Bright and savoryThe forward, accessible aroma has elements of plum, spice, and smoke. The texture is rich and surprisingly dense for the appellation, with a velvety feel that is very luxurious. On the finish, the tannin becomes evident. While this should drink reasonably early, it is a wine that will improve with cellaring. It is produced from more than a hectare of south facing vines planted in clay soils with limestone scree from the combe dOrange. 92 Pts Decanter