Michele et Patrice Rion, Bourgogne Bons Batons Rouge Vintage:2016 Cuvee Cathelin

Cuvee Cathelin

the underlying material is quite good so this tightly wound effort could very well develop enough depth to be at the next level

It's easygoing and ready to drink without sacrificing complexity

I would love to see if the 2004 Rocche might one day rival the legendary 1990

While Pinot Noir is the unchallenged focus here

Michele et Patrice Rion, Bourgogne Bons Batons Rouge Vintage:2016 Cuvee CathelinA less earthy and more elegant nose displays aromas of red currant, plum and crushed fennel. The sleek, intense and nicely precise medium weight flavors possess excellent punch and salinity on the sneaky long, well balanced and mildly austere finish that is firm enough to merit at least a few years of cellaring. One to look for.