2021 | Domaine Michel Mallard et Fils Les Serpentières | Savigny-lès-Beaune Premier Cru Marche 15% Mourvedre

15% Mourvedre

with raspberry and pine resin aromas in the background

The very supple

spice and grilled herbs are all front and center

understated and very pretty

2021 | Domaine Michel Mallard et Fils Les Serpentières | Savigny-lès-Beaune Premier Cru Marche 15% MourvedreThe forward, accessible aroma has elements of plum, spice, and smoke. The texture is rich and surprisingly dense for the appellation, with a velvety feel that is very luxurious. On the finish, the tannin becomes evident. While this should drink reasonably early, it is a wine that will improve with cellaring. It is produced from more than a hectare of south facing vines planted in clay soils with limestone scree from the combe dOrange. Half of the