Taupenot Merme, Clos Lambrays other_regions around half of that area

around half of that area was designated first growth in the 1737 classification

The 2006 Barolo San Rocco is sensual and enveloping

5% in a warm year like 2019

There is good punch and focused power to the more robust flavors that also display enough wood to mention on the otherwise balanced and moderately austere finale

powerful and still scented

Taupenot Merme, Clos Lambrays other_regions around half of that areaHere there is no reductive funk and in fact the nose is really quite pretty with its airy mix of red and dark pinot fruit that display top notes of spice and herbal tea. The forward and quite supple lighter weight flavors possess a beguiling mouthfeel partially due to the refined tannins, all wrapped in a sophisticated, lilting and energetic finish. This is an elegant and classy if not particularly dense wine. (90 93) 2027+