Croix, Corton Vigne Saint Vintage:2009 Older Merlot vines were replanted

Older Merlot vines were replanted three years ago

This well-balanced effort is classic Mazoyères and very much built-to-age

40% whole clusters

with an elegant mousse and finely meshed

plus some Old World hints of meat and earth

Croix, Corton Vigne Saint Vintage:2009 Older Merlot vines were replantedDiscreet but not invisible oak influence does not really intrude upon the transparency of the red berry fruit, spice, earth and violet aromas that complement well the complex, rich, supple and seductively textured flavors that possess good power and punch on the moderately firm, long and intense finish. This is not an especially elegant Corton yet neither is it overtly rustic. (90 93) 2019+