Lucien Le Moine, Clos Roche other_regions the 2016 captures all the

the 2016 captures all the breadth and tannic clout that are such signatures of this site

The 2012 Pavie-Macquin shows how appealing the best wines from this vintage are

power and weight yet no heaviness as the acid/fruit balance is impeccable

full-bodied and quite serious broad-shouldered flavors also possess first-rate mid-palate concentration along with evident minerality on the driving and powerful if less refined finish

Despite the fact that the underlying tannins are finer than usual

Lucien Le Moine, Clos Roche other_regions the 2016 captures all theA somber nose half heartedly offers up notes of forest floor, earth and leather on the essence of red berry fruit scented aromas. There is better volume and muscle to the bigger and richer if decidedly grippy and somewhat short finish. This too may lengthen out but today it seems a bit clipped and compact. (88 91) 2029+