Nicolas Perrault Maranges 1er Cru Le Clos des Loyères

Clear and developing, a little tarry but still led by a clear pinosity. Some complexity developing although I doubt there’s much to come. Good for the next couple of years.

Very happy with this. Light, balanced and a touch of complexity. Not screaming pinot, this has a rich fruit led nose. In the mouth it has strawberry and cherry together with the earth and herbal notes. Did I just spot some cola? If I did it was fleeting, allusive rather than imposing. No, this is a good wine. One that scratches the burg itch for a reasonable price. Incidentally, this was my second Maranges in two weeks. I think I’m …

Not at all what I expected, not obviously pinot, However nice ripe fruited entry, good mouthfeel and weight. Hint of green on the finish. Enjoyable

Creamy, sexy and somewhat marked by oak - but not overdone IMHO. Unbridled in it's Southern charm, rich sweet fruit galore, though purists will miss the more elegant Pinot nerve