Nicolas Jay, L'Ensemble Pinot Noir Vintage:2023 As I wrote last year

As I wrote last year

but that wine sets the bar very high (and it earned a 100-point score)

There is a borderline tannic quality that detracts mildly from the overall sense of refinement and overall

The 2010 Sociando Mallet has a well defined

Nicolas Jay, L'Ensemble Pinot Noir Vintage:2023 As I wrote last yearThe 2018 Pinot Noir L'Ensemble is the first iteration of this cuve, which is made up of fruit sourced from across several appellations. It has scents of cranberries, bitter citrus, tea leaves, mushrooms and desiccated roses. The medium bodied palate is powerful and fresh with concentrated flavors and bright sparks of citrus and floral character. Despite its generosity, it's plush and easy to drink straight from the bottle.