Simon Bize, Savigny Beaune Rouge other_regions_italy Lush and savory on the

Lush and savory on the palate

Very rich and opulent fruit character

The grapes were crushed

cedar and light seaweed coming through with aeration

There is a lovely sense of underlying tension to the mineral and saline-inflected flavors that culminate in a moderately austere but balanced and persistent finish

Simon Bize, Savigny Beaune Rouge other_regions_italy Lush and savory on theA touch of menthol sits atop the notably ripe aromas of poached plum, warm earth and violet. The medium weight flavors are not quite as dense though they are finer with a velvety texture that smooths off the less rustic yet serious finish. This too is going to require at least some patience.