Roulot, Auxey Duresses 1er Cru other_regions_italy giving way to ripe blackberries

giving way to ripe blackberries with a subtle citrus twang

and the fruit was picked at a mere 19 brix from the rockiest section of the vineyard

sappy and palate coating backend

the Cabernet Franc dominated 2012 El Alma de Jonata incorporates 13% Cabernet Sauvignon

Roulot, Auxey Duresses 1er Cru other_regions_italy giving way to ripe blackberries(from Bas des Duresses and Les Grands Champs; 50% whole clusters). This is aromatically similar to the Monthlie though with a much broader array of floral elements thanks to the substantial percentage of whole clusters. The barely middleweight flavors are also on the lighter side but with better punch and notably better depth on the lingering and slightly more structured finale. This is really quite pretty and fashioned in an understated style.