2019 Alphonse Mellot "La Demoiselle" Sancerre Rouge

The 2019 La Demoiselle is an elegant yet ripe Pinot Noir that draws you in with its savory, spiced fruit and smoky bacon-like personality. Succulent yet long with delightful acidity, this is a rare Pinot planted on flint, the terroir's natural propensity to pull you along like a parent pulling the string on a toboggan. The finish is long, effortless and fragrant with tea leaf joining the array of aromas. Attractive now but it is still a pup and would be delightful in a few years when its savory development progresses. (RG)