"Finage," a medieval term denoting the boundaries of a village’s territory, is a blend of seven specific vineyard sites where the distinct characteristics of each plot harmonize to create a wine that showcases the very best of the appellation’s terroir. Its pronounced liveliness brings the texture to life, which unfolds delicately into a very long finish. A truly fine ambassador for the Marsannay appellation!
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Eye
A deep ruby color accented by delicate hints of purple when young
Nose
The initial aroma is delicate, with a floral note reminiscent of violets and a fruity character dominated by raspberry. As it breathes, the wine takes on great depth.
Palate
The initial impression on the palate is characterized by suppleness and directness combined in a single movement, with a very refined character. The structure is firm, and the tannins are well-defined even when the wine is young. The pronounced liveliness brings the texture to life, which unfolds delicately into a very long finish. The fullness and graceful viscosity create a most harmonious mouthfeel.
Serve
At 17°C
Drink before
2028
Food and Wine Pairings
Pairs well with charcuterie, pork products, and grilled meats
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Bernard Bouvier is among the very best winemakers in Marsannay, showcasing the rich heritage of this town. A staunch advocate of the “infusion” method—which breaks with the aggressive extraction techniques Burgundy has used in the past—he favors full-bodied wines that are excellent both young and aged, harvests the grapes at full ripeness, and intervenes as little as possible. He is guided in his choices by emotion and tactile sensation. Noteworthy are the warm welcome at the estate, its organic approach, and a range of benchmark Gevreys, Marsannays, and Fixins that are both affordable and consistently high in quality. This is a winery that never disappoints; the wines are as true to their terroir as possible, thanks to the delicate winemaking techniques that characterize the estate’s production.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
This family-owned estate, now in its third generation, boasts a rare heritage of old vines, with an average age of about 50 years. Bernard Bouvier, 52, produced his first vintage in 1986 and is part of the generation of winemakers who have breathed new life into Burgundy. After, like many others, succumbing to the allure of modern, highly extracted wines, he adjusted his approach to produce more refined wines. 2009 marked the transition to organic farming, and 2010 marked the beginning of whole-cluster fermentation, averaging 50% across all wines. A more moderate use of new oak and more precise decisions regarding ripeness have recently resulted in much more accomplished wines, which were awarded their first star last year. The organic certification was lost in 2016 but is currently in the process of being reinstated.
Customer Rating
4.2/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. MARC C. Published on July 7, 2019
A very good wine. Serve it slightly chilled—it will surprise you!
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Review and comment by Mr. OLIVIER M. Posted on January 6, 2020
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Review by Mr. CLAUDE V. Posted on July 16, 2019
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Review by Mr. CHRISTIAN S. Posted on July 2, 2019
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