Cedric Bouchard, Roses de Jeanne Presle

Cedric Bouchard, Roses de Jeanne PresleThe 2012 Presle Blanc de Noirs Pinot Noir Millsime (disgorged in April 2016 without dosage, but indicated as Brut on the label) opens super clear, refined and pure on the nose. It has a rather fine and lean, yet complex character with lemon and deep mineral flavors. Full bodied and rich (though less erotic than Les Ursules), this is a spicy, clear, fresh and firmly structured Pinot with grip and a long, refreshing finish. I'd cellar this complex and

the wine is thick

"I was really worried about smoke taint

but the necessary concentration appears to be present for that to occur

I am very interested to see these wines again in the year 2030

ripe pineapple

Crushed flowers

Best from 2020 through 2038

rich and generously proportioned flavors possess a seductive mouth feel that continues onto the lingering finish that displays only a soupçon of rusticity

Generous wood influence stops just short of dominating the attractively spicy nose of poached plum

Sweet and penetrating on the palate

Appealingly sweet

lemongrass and a hint of spice