2016 - Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnieres, Lignier-Michelot

The 2016 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Faconnières, which was blended with 70% whole-bunch fruit, has a rip-roaring bouquet with mineral-infused black fruit, crushed rose petals and hints of dried quince. I love the energy and generosity of this Morey-Saint-Denis. The palate is medium-bodied with fine but firm tannin, with blackberry and traces of tobacco. It exhibits firm grip in the mouth and delivers impressive weight and density on the finish. It will require three or four years to open up but it will be worth the wait.

Livelier than the Vieilles Vignes with pace and freshness. Very correct. Lots to chew on. Not ridiculously expensive. Depth on the, still slightly dry, finish. (JR)