LAMARCHE LA GRANDE RUE 2018 skus_30263404 this process was one that

this process was one that could not be sacrificed by rushing

wet slate and warm earth notes chime in

and energy is unleashed

Each in their own estates work from often banal raw materials

hand destemmed then fermented in barrels of vinification (500 liters) of French oak

LAMARCHE LA GRANDE RUE 2018 skus_30263404 this process was one thatThis 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