Roche Bellene, Romanee Saint Vivant other_regions_italy meaty nuances on the nose

meaty nuances on the nose

More polite but superripe aromas of apple and honey

all wrapped in a superbly complex

I very much like the impressive complexity but the balance

Roche Bellene, Romanee Saint Vivant other_regions_italy meaty nuances on the noseThis is actually aromatically similar to the Richebourg at this early stage. While the medium weight flavors also possess solid mid palate concentration and a velvety mouth feel, the supporting tannins are somewhat drying and this tends to cut the finish short. There is a lot of gas present that undoubtedly contributes to the dryness and this is frankly hard to read. Note that my predicted range offers some benefit of the doubt though what is clear is