Philippe Pacalet, Cote Rotie other_regions_australia The 2017 Pinot Noir is

The 2017 Pinot Noir is one of the darkest Pinot Noirs on the table

There is a subtle but perceptible mineral streak to the vibrant and appealingly textured flavors that possess a mildly austere finish

The refined

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192 grams per liter of residual sugar and 12

Philippe Pacalet, Cote Rotie other_regions_australia The 2017 Pinot Noir isAged in older barrels and not yet bottled. Deep cherry red. Open and scented with pure black fruit and a gentle herbal (but not in the least green) note. Theres also a delicate rocky character adding precision. Mouth watering, moreish, powerful and still scented. Firm, chewy but fine tannins. Great harmony already. (JH)