2020 Morey St Denis 1er Cru La Forge de Tart
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Neal Martin
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The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru La Forge de Tart wafts from the glass with aromas of cassis, red cherries, wild berries, exotic spices and peonies, framed by a discreet touch of oak. Medium to full-bodied, deep and velvety, it's vibrant and concentrated, with powdery tannins and a more serious, reserved profile than the domaine's Morey-Saint-Denis.
The 2020 Morey-Saint-Denis La Forge de Tart 1er Cru has quite a high-toned and overtly floral bouquet, the 20% whole bunch neatly disguised. There is a touch of mint that emerges with time. The palate is very harmonious, silky smooth tannins, the 50% new oak seamlessly integrated. This is a clear level up from the Village Cru and feels caressing and sensual towards the finish. Excellent, but it deserves 5-7 years in bottle.
About the producer
Clos de Tart is the largest Grand Cru monopole site in the Côte d’Or. Wine has been produced from this vineyard for over 900 years and it remains one of Burgundy’s top Pinot Noirs.