Joseph Roty, Cote de Nuits-Villages, Rouge 2016

The 2016 Côtes de Nuits Villages has a very appealing bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit that are nicely defined. There is just a hint of liquorice that combines neatly. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe, sweet cassis and blueberry fruit. A fine bead of acidity with an almost pastille-like purity on the finish. I suspect this will be irresistible in its youth, whilst some of the Marsannay cuvées will have greater longevity. Tasted at the Domaine.- Neal Martin (10/2019)