The Ouvrage cuvée, from the excellent Domaine des Huards, is a blend of 85% Pinot Noir and 15% Gamay.
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At the opening, it is singular on the nose, with a little volatile acidity and the impression of an overly evolved wine. But what a beautiful substance in the mouth! A ripe fruit gives it a silky texture, carried by a fresh acidity, then moderate, very fine tannins, shell out on a long finish. The next day, the wine has fully opened up and offers an alluring nose of cherry and raspberry, with delicate floral and spicy notes, and lots of sparkle. The palate is still just as velvety, fine and harmonious. Decanting for an hour or two is ideal. To be enjoyed with duck breast with cherries, roast quail, wild mushrooms.
Domaine des Huards Ouvrage Cheverny 2016, $38.50 (14302042), 13%, organic
Aging: 1 or 2 years