2021 Domaine Joseph Roty Coteaux Bourguignons Rouge
From: Burgundy, France Varietal: Pinot Noir Taste (2020 vintage): The 2020 Coteaux Bourguignons is drinking wonderfully now but has a long life ahead despite its humble designation. With a little decanting or time to let the wine “breathe” (just 20 minutes will do the trick), a medley of dark cherry, pressed raspberry, and boysenberry meet deep aromas of forest floor, oak moss, and baking spice. Black currant, plum skin, and baking spice on the palate meet youthful, firm tannins. Despite the rich fruit, this wine rides on a wave of mouthwatering acidity that keeps everything held in check. If you can keep some for the next day, you’ll love how silky the fruit and tannins become. “The 2019 Côteaux Bourguignons matured in used oak has fragrant bouquet of macerated red cherries boysenberry and cassis aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy cranberry and black currant on the entry and shows fine depth and backbone. Not long but there is ample freshness in situ. (Drink between 20