Domaine Taupenot-Merme Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2018 France Jacquere waiting to burst through as

waiting to burst through as the tannins soften

Incredibly focused nose with plenty of racy red fruit and some blueberries

with lilacs

The dark berries

but above all

Domaine Taupenot-Merme Corton Rognet Grand Cru 2018 France Jacquere waiting to burst through asJust a hint of volatile acidity that also serves to add a bit of lift to the liqueur like aromas of plum, cassis and port. The exceptionally rich, full bodied and tautly muscular flavors brim with palate soaking dry extract that also buffers the exceptionally firm tannic spine shaping the powerful, serious and impressively long finish where the only nit is a hint of warmth.