LAMARCHE LA GRANDE RUE 2020 skus_000327750 with a picnic on a

with a picnic on a river bank

and a slight hint of petrol

balanced and delicious now

and a long lingering finish of fine tannin

peppercorn tree fruits notes

LAMARCHE LA GRANDE RUE 2020 skus_000327750 with a picnic on aThis is also quite floral with its array of violet, lavender and rose petal wisps that add considerable elegance to the very pretty mix of black pinot fruit, sandalwood and lovely spice elements. The mouthfeel of the medium weight plus flavors is finer than those of the Grands Echzeaux if not quite as powerful or muscular, all wrapped in a wonderfully long if slightly warm and austere finale. This is a big but balanced example of LGR and should age