Marchand-Tawse Clos de la Roche 2016 Bottle:1 A dose of spice reveals

A dose of spice reveals itself mid-palate and lingers through to the toasty finish

bacon and cocoa powder

Oak: 24% New American

The wine completes the malolactic fermentation in stainless steel and then matures in the bottle for at least 3 months before release

It is bottled at 17% alcohol by volume

Marchand-Tawse Clos de la Roche 2016 Bottle:1 A dose of spice revealsMore feminine, perfumed and fruitier than the it's neighbour, Clos St Denis, there are menthol notes mixed with red cherry and a touch of earthy strawberry fruit. In the mouth it is multi layered, with a plush texture and enough grip and tension to mean that this will age gracefully.