Frederic Magnien, Morey Saint Denis Ruchots other_regions_italy 38% Merlot and 3% Petit

38% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot

As is virtually always the case

His latest releases are nothing short of spectacular

red roses and lavender scents with layers of crushed rocks and earthy sparks

Discreet wood spice notes and very ripe blue berry

Frederic Magnien, Morey Saint Denis Ruchots other_regions_italy 38% Merlot and 3% PetitAn extremely ripe yet still fresh nose puts on display notes of mocha and liqueur like red cherry aromas that are nuanced by spice and earth hints. There is a succulent, even opulent mouth feel to the mediumbodied flavors that also saturate the palate with dry extract before culminating in an impressively persistent finish. This wont win any awards for elegance but there is plenty of underlying material and this firm effort should age effortlessly.