Derey Freres Marsannay Les Champs Perdrix

Bought from the list at Chez l'Ami Jean in Paris, this neat little Marsannay was a good accompanaiment with our meaty meal. It had a nice nose, with bit of flower and some brambly spice wed to sour cherries and a little earthy base. Nicely balanced on the palate, this had fresh 2008 acidity and fine tannins woven into its flavours of dark fruit, earth and a touch of bramble at the finish. While not very complex, it was quite …