Joli Vin imports

Saint Chinian, Les Travers de Marceau, 2006

Taken from the steep sloping vineyards (Travers) of old vine Carignan, the composition of this cuvee changes ever so slightly by the year, but as with all of Rimbert’s reds, Carignan plays the lead with supporting roles from Syrah and Cinsault.

In the current vintage, more Syrah than in years past. 40%. Perhaps it’s the Syrah, perhaps the character of the vintage, but this year’s Marceau is edging toward the blacker fruit flavor profile with more suggestions of the sauvage, of garrigue and of earth and leather. Hints of Mourvedre, although there is none to be found here. A bit of grip on the finish and this year’s Marceau seems a bit sinister, wild and untamed.  

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