Sylvain Pataille, Marsannay Grasses Tetes other_regions_italy middleweight flavors exude a subtle

middleweight flavors exude a subtle minerality on the sour cherry-suffused and sneaky long finish

There is excellent punch and detail to the middle weight flavors that are less muscular but even more harmonious with the same fine depth and length

Dark and ripe

Deep cassis and very ripe plum notes introduce full-bodied

The 2001 Syrah Astralis Vineyard may be just as compelling as the 2002

Sylvain Pataille, Marsannay Grasses Tetes other_regions_italy middleweight flavors exude a subtle(one barrel made; 100% whole clusters). A super floral nose displays a hint of green tea on the discreetly spicy aromas of essence of various red berries along with a hint of cool earth. The round, delicious and seductively textured medium bodied flavors possess a certain taut muscularity that adds a touch of firmness to the clean, dry and well balanced finale that exhibits sneaky good length. This is very good and if you can find it, dont hesitate.