Domaine Olivier Merlin - Mâcon-La Roche Vineuse Vieilles Vignes 2020 (750ml)
Price: $31.99
| Producer | Domaine Olivier Merlin |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Sku | 66091 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Domaine Olivier Merlin Description
Vines planted in 1955
Vinous: 91 Points
The 2020 Mâcon La Roche Vineuse Vieilles Vignes, from 50 to 60-year old vines, was the first cuvée to be bottled this year. The nose has superior definition to the regular cuvée with green apple and granite. The palate is well balanced, very elegant with hints of ginger and blackberry leaf on the slightly honeyed finish. Lovely.
Burghound: 88 Points
Here too there is a suggestion of wood lurking in the background of the slightly riper if less exotic aromas of pear, apple and lemon zest. The old vines are in evidence as the medium weight and opulent flavors possess both better concentration and volume, all wrapped in an intense, sneaky long and sappy finish. This refreshing effort should also drink well young.
