Maison Chanzy – Clos du Roy 2018 – Mercurey Premier Cru

The nose is fruity, elegant and offers a small intensity as well as a fine concentration. It reveals notes of fleshy/juicy blackberry, grilled/toasted oak, small notes of pulpy questch associated with small touches of raspberry, strawberry as well as fine hints of crushed cherry, plum flowers, green cardamom, a very discreet hint of spices, toasted and a subtle hint of incense. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a beautiful definition, juiciness, finesse as well as a beautiful acidulous frame, a beautiful pulpy/juicy/acidulous fruit, a fine suavity and precision. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy/acidulous pulm, juicy/pulpy cherry, small notes of juicy blackberry associated with touches of pulpy/juicy raspberry as well as fine hints of small bright red berries, cherry blossom, strawberry flowers as well as subtle hints of racy minerality, green cardamom, sweet spices and a very discreet hint of camphor (in the background). Good length. Tannins are well-built. A very discreet hint of dark chocolate in the finish/persistence.