This too needs a bit of patience

A smoky mineral nuance drives the extremely long

(from equally sized parcels in both Rugiens Hauts and Bas that measure ~1 ha)

This is one wine where I have encountered better bottles

the sexy smoky edge to the black cherry fruit that adds approachability to the best wines

Rochebelle other_regions_australia This too needs a bitAromas of wild berries, cherries, rose petals and licorice preface the 2022 Rochebelle, a medium to full bodied, layered and fleshy wine with a bright core of fruit, rich, powdery tannins and a long, chalky finish. From a vineyard on the edge of the plateau sandwiched between Tertre Roteboeuf and La Mondotte, the father and daughter team of Philippe and Emilie Faniest have delivered another strong performance.