Domaine Sylvain Cathiard 'Aux Malconsorts' 1er Cru Vosne-Romanee 2017 GRAPPA balanced by bright acidity and

balanced by bright acidity and accented by a flinty vein of minerality

Roccalini is known most famously for their excellent Barbaresco

The bottom of the glass is bright

while balancing with the sweet spice

Domaine Sylvain Cathiard 'Aux Malconsorts' 1er Cru Vosne-Romanee 2017 GRAPPA balanced by bright acidity andThe Malconsorts reveals notes of crumbling rock and a distinct stoniness that add complexity to the ripe, juicy blueberry and loganberry fruits. There is also a scented, lifted quality that continues to influence the palate. This shows terrific intensity and focus the tannins are finely expressed and underpin admirably. Currently the fruit is partially held in check, but you can sense such a deep core.