L'ancestrale

2021 Marsannay Pinot Noir

The Domaine Sylvain Pataille L'ancestrale is a beautifully crafted Pinot Noir from the esteemed Marsannay region. This wine embodies a captivating blend of medium body, balanced acidity, moderate fruit intensity, subtle tannins, and a dry finish. The rich red hue hints at the complex flavors waiting to unfold with each sip. Crafted in the 2021 vintage, this wine showcases the artistry and expertise of Sylvain Pataille, offering a true reflection of the terroir and winemaking prowess of the Marsannay region.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Earth

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Low

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Duck Breast, Stuffed Mushrooms, Grilled Pork Loin

Region:

France

While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.

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