Domaine Michel Magnien Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2008 750ml

This is more complex if not quite as elegant with a densely fruited nose of red current and cherry, strong earth notes and a hint of the vegetal that slide into rich, supple and relatively round, even generous medium plus weight flavors where the supporting structural elements are quite tight but well-integrated. Very good if not great. (Burghound)

• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy
• Appellation: Cote De Nuits
• Sub Appellation: Clos De La Roche
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world’s most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means ‘black pine’ in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.