2016 Vosne-Romanée, Domaine Sylvain Cathiard, Burgundy

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2016 Vosne-Romanée, Domaine Sylvain Cathiard, BurgundyA very late malolactic fermentation Efinishing only on 17th September, allowing extended time on lees Ehas given this wine a fabulous texture. Aged in new (50 percent) and second fill barrels, this is benchmark Vosne, with expressive aromas and a nugget of fruit at its core. Just 13 barrels were made. Drink 2020 2027. Adam Bruntlett, Wine Buyer Sylvain Cathiards grandfather, a foundling from Savoie, came to work in Vosne Romane, subsequently buying a

plus a hint of savoury aged beef and tapenade for extra depth

11% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec emerges with more than half of the cuvée coming from Hillsides in Alexander Valley

muscular form

this full-bodied

It is frankly heads and shoulders above almost every Saint Émilion this vintage

Perhaps lacks some complexity and concentration compared to more esteemed vintages

A compact and positive wine that will require a little more patience

Bruised apples and pears come to mind

it's more generous and gourmand than its racier 2014 predecessor

the panoramic site was chosen for the longevity it gives its wines

Disgorged in 2022 after 36 months in tirage

Simon Staples