Romain seems more proud of his Riotte than almost anything else he does. The vineyard is unassuming to the naked eye, a gentle depression just below the village of Morey-St-Denis, but in Romain`s hands this cuvee is a stellar performer vintage in, vintage out, and well rewards any vertical tasting. The 2017 is still young and closed, a touch brooding, backward and structured, but tannins are truly silky and this is going to be a rewarding beauty. (NT 21/02/19)
- Producer
- Taupenot-Merme
- Origin
- Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Burgundy/Beaujolais FRANCE
- Colour
- red
- Wine Style
- dry
- Dominant Grape
- Pinot Noir
- Closure Style
- cork
- Maturity
- drink or keep
- Bottle Size
- 75cl
- Case Quantity
- 6
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Wine Score
- 91-93 points, Neal Martin, vinous.com, January 2019
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Neal Martin
The 2017 Morey-Saint-Denis La Riotte 1er Cru has a slightly more confit-like bouquet than Taupenot-Merme`s other 2017s, a little showier, but still very pure, revealing hints of kirsch and blood orange. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red berry fruit, a fine bead of acidity and just a little chewiness toward the finish, which delivers firm grip. Excellent. 91-93 points
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