Marsannay Clos du Roy Sylvain Pataille 2015
Marsannay Clos du Roy Sylvain Pataille 2015 is a dry, medium-bodied red from Pinot Noir (Marsannay, France), in the medium, savoury reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity fresh; oak influence is some. Good with duck, salmon, roast chicken, bolognese. Biodynamic farming is mentioned by the merchant.
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The Marsannay Clos du Roy Sylvain Pataille 2015 is a red Burgundy wine made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. Sylvain Pataille is renowned for his commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture, and for championing the Marsannay appellation, which is unique in Burgundy for producing red, white, and rosé wines at the village level. The Clos du Roy is a significant lieu-dit (named vineyard site) within Marsannay, often considered one of its finest, known for producing wines with excellent structure and depth. The 2015 vintage in Burgundy was generally warm and dry, yielding wines with ripe fruit, good concentration, and supple tannins. Expect expressive red and dark fruit aromas, hints of spice and earth, with a vibrant acidity and refined tannins, showcasing both the power of the vintage and the elegance of the terroir. Sylvain Pataille cultivates 17 hectares across various Marsannay vineyards, with Clos du Roy being a key component of his red wine offerings.