Marsannay

Joseph Roty Marsannay Blanc AC from France, Burgundy, Marsannay by Joseph Roty (12 x 75 cl)

Joseph Roty Marsannay Rose AC from France, Burgundy, Marsannay by Joseph Roty Dry (12 x 75 cl)

Philippe Roty LES QUARTIERS Marsannay from France, Burgundy, Marsannay by Philippe Roty (12 x 75 cl)

Joseph Roty Marsannay Rouge AC from France, Burgundy, Marsannay by Joseph Roty (12 x 75 cl)

Joseph Roty EN OUZELOIS Marsannay Rouge AC from France, Burgundy, Marsannay by Domaine Roty Soft & Supple Reds (12 x 75 cl)

Very rich nose with raspberry and coffee notes. Some fruity opulence on the palate with smooth tannins. Good balance and structure. Excellent length. Impressive. This vineyard has been in existence since 680 AD when it belonged to the Abbé St. Etienne de Dijon (12 x 75 cl)

Marsannay is the village which marks the northern gateway to the Cote d'Or on leaving Dijon, the capital of Burgundy and home to the Ducs de Bourgogne. This village marks the beginning of the Route des Grands Crus which follows the N6 highway through the Cote d'Or. The wines are renowned for being sturdy and robust due to the rich iron-based soil, they have an intense bouquet of red fruit and a mouth-filling, silky palate with a distinct gamey character and great tannic appeal. Marsannay received its Appellation Controlee as recently as 1987 in recognition of the consistently high quality of its wine. Soil: Bajocin limestone. Vinification: Traditional open vat fermentation followed by 18 months ageing in oak cask. Marsannay 1997 tasted 12/07/99: From the lower slopes just outside Gevry Chambertin comes this exciting and fantastic value wine. A deep rich ruby colour explodes on the nose to reveal layers of ripe concentrated flavours. The palate is equally compelling as sweet Pinot fruit guides like velvet over your palate. The finish is soft, warm and lengthy. (12 x 75 cl)

An unusual but nevertheless excellent wine with real richness and substance. Slightly lighter than Le Vaucrain. (12 x 75 cl)

An interesting curiosity with lovely Pinot Noir fruit. (12 x 75 cl)

A village that belies its reputation, direct, medium bodied and slightly rustic, this Pinot Noir shows fresh, balanced red fruit flavors offset by spice and earth notes ending in a persistent finish. (12 x 75 cl)