2015 Maranges 1er Cru “La Fussière”

It’s best to let the Regnaudot wines speak for themselves. When Didier Regnaudot recently stopped by the Beaune office, I asked what he thought of his 2015 Fussière. Now, I knew the man was reserved, but as he searched for words (and, seemingly, the nearest exit), I was reminded that in the producer-importer relationship it’s our job to talk about the wine. Didier is not one to sing his own praises, but thankfully, his wines aren’t as shy as he is. Open this bottle and Didier’s gregarious alter ego emerges, big and powerful with surprisingly smooth edges. Expect mouth-filling ripe blackberry fruit and delightfully silky tannins. –Emily Spillmann

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• Vintage 2015
• Bottle Size 750mL
• Blend Pinot Noir
• Appellation Maranges
• Country France
• Region Burgundy
• Vineyard Planted in 1930, 1947, 1955, 1962, 1987; 1.12 ha
• Soil Jurassic substrate, mainly black/grey marl
• Winemaker Didier Regnaudot
• Farming Lutte Raisonnée
• Alcohol 13%