2014 Marsannay Clos du Roy
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Tasting notes
Bright medium red; lovely Pinot color. Tangy, cool raspberry and pomegranate aromas are lifted by high-toned spices. A juicy, lively, spicy wine with attractive floral lift and a distinctly tangy quality to its cranberry and pomegranate fruit. Very pure, lively, fruit-driven Marsannay with a supple texture and good intensity. The fresh finish features a fine dusting of tannins and good length.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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The 2014 Marsannay 1er Cru Clos du Roi has a refined bouquet with more complexity than the Les Longeroies: blackberry and wild hedgerow gently unfurling with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple red berry fruit, although it comes across as slightly smudged and too easy-drinking on the finish.
About the producer
Cyril Audoin is one of a small cohort of producers forging Marsannay’s reputation for serious, fine Burgundy. He makes exciting, elegant wines that are starting to turn the critics’ heads, yet remain brilliant value.