Vinous (91-93)

The 2019 Marsannay Les Longeroies comes from the middle of the vineyard on clayey soils. It is quite high-toned on the nose with Morello cherry, crushed strawberry and sea cave aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with very good depth, rather spicy with a liberal sprinkling of cracked black pepper on the vivacious finish. There is good persistency here - this is a superb Marsannay.

Vinous (91-93)

The 2022 Marsannay Les Longeroies offers open red cherry and raspberry coulis scents on the nose—one of the most generous at the moment amongst Pataille's 2022s. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, slightly flinty red fruit and fine delineation, finishing with impressive focus. Plenty of energy coiled up in this Marsannay. Excellent.

Highly acclaimed by connoisseurs, the 'Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge 2020' is a divine expression of a Burgundy red. Renowned enologist, Sylvain Pataille meticulously cultivates 15 hectares of vineyards in Marsannay, the gateway to the Côte de Nuits. Here, organic and biodynamic farming aids in crafting wines with a marked sense of terroir. This 2020 Rouge undergoes a 3-week-long, whole-cluster fermentation in concrete vats with spontaneous malolactic fermentation, enhancing its complex flavour profile.

The wine, matured for 18 months on lees in French oak, exudes a bright, ruby red hue and offers a symphony of black fruits, redcurrants, and smoky nuances. The Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge 2020 elegantly balances soft tannins with an acid-driven structure, conferring it a lingering finish. A versatile companion to a sophisticated meal, it represents the epitome of refined, organic wine making.

Experience the elegant exuberance of Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge 2021, a quintessential example of Burgundy's viticulture excellence. Revered vigneron Sylvain Pataille, from the lauded Marsannay appellation in Côte de Nuits, is renowned for his minimalist approach to winemaking. Mostly self-taught, Pataille diligently practises organic viticulture, meticulously crafting his wines to reflect the full breadth of terroir.

The 2021 vintage, a year known for its favourable growing conditions across Burgundy, has produced a wine of exceptional balance. It beams with luscious red cherry and tart cranberry, underscored by earthy undertones and a pronounced mineral edge. The judicious use of oak adds complexity without overshadowing the wine’s inherent character. Pataille's dedication to purity is notably evident in the refined acidity and long, textured finish. Reflecting its namesake’s meticulous attention to detail, Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge 2021 is a distinguished bottle to savour and cellar.

Behold the splendour of the sublime Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge 2022, a fine wine hailing from the prestigious Marsannay region of France. Crafted with meticulous precision by renowned vintner Sylvain Pataille, known for his innovative yet respectful approach to viticulture, this exquisite vintage embodies the quintessence of Burgundian terroir. Pataille's maturation in French Oak barriques adds an intricate depth to the robust Pinot Noir bouquet, coupling dark berry nuances with delicate floral notes and resounding earthy undertones.

The multi-dimensional palate of Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge 2022 is a testament to Pataille's biodynamic philosophy, ensuring each individual vine thrives. A noticeable absence of chaptalisation enhances the wine's natural balance of acidity and tannins. The result is a truly mesmerising expression of Marsannay Rouge, offering fine complexity and excellent longevity. Unquestionably, an intriguing addition to the portfolio of any discerning oenophile.

The Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge Le Chapitre 2019 is an impressive first-rate French wine hailing from the Marsannay region in Burgundy. Expertly crafted by renowned winemaker Sylvain Pataille, known for resurrecting lesser-known Burgundian appellations, this wine represents the epitome of his masterful technique. Showcasing a complex and delightful balance of fruit, the Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge Le Chapitre 2019 is a testament to the region's diverse terroir.

A refined blend of Pinot Noir grapes, this opulent wine boasts vibrant red fruit aromas, subtle hints of spices and an elegant tannin structure. Fermented using native yeasts and subject to delicate elevage, it is aged in oak barrels lending a smooth, distinct character. This wine is emblematic of Pataille's dedication to organic and biodynamic practices, as it presumes low-intervention in the winemaking process, revealing the unadulterated qualities of the terroir and grape. To be indulged now or aged, this bottle offers pure enjoyment for discerning wine enthusiasts.

Renowned for its complexity and richness, Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge Le Chapitre 2020 originates from the Burgundy region of France. The skilled vintner, Sylvain Pataille, employs organic viticulture practices to coax the finest nuances from his vines. Using 100% Pinot Noir, this wine’s elegance is derived from the limestone and clay soils of the vineyard.

Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge Le Chapitre 2020 is vinified using traditional Burgundian methods, carrying a 12-14 month maturation in French oak barrels. It reflects bright ruby-red nuances and offers an exquisite harmony of raspberries, black cherries and faint leather tones. The palate echoes this symphony, supplementing it with hints of spice and soft, integrated tannins.

An extraordinary member of Sylvain Pataille’s esteemed production, this Marsannay Rouge promises a unique, historically rooted taste experience with outstanding potential for aging. This is without doubt an exceptional addition to any fine wine collection.

Renowned for its complexity and richness, Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge Le Chapitre 2020 originates from the Burgundy region of France. The skilled vintner, Sylvain Pataille, employs organic viticulture practices to coax the finest nuances from his vines. Using 100% Pinot Noir, this wine’s elegance is derived from the limestone and clay soils of the vineyard.

Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Rouge Le Chapitre 2020 is vinified using traditional Burgundian methods, carrying a 12-14 month maturation in French oak barrels. It reflects bright ruby-red nuances and offers an exquisite harmony of raspberries, black cherries and faint leather tones. The palate echoes this symphony, supplementing it with hints of spice and soft, integrated tannins.

An extraordinary member of Sylvain Pataille’s esteemed production, this Marsannay Rouge promises a unique, historically rooted taste experience with outstanding potential for aging. This is without doubt an exceptional addition to any fine wine collection.

Discover the exquisite Sylvain Pataille Bourgogne Rouge Le Chapitre 2021, a celebration of skilled winemaking from the heart of Burgundy, France. Crafted by Sylvain Pataille, one of the region's most innovative winemakers, the attention to detail is evident from the first sip. A champion of organic viticulture and non-interventionist cellar practices, Pataille's precise cueillette and vinification methods create a harmonious marriage of Pinot Noir's nuanced flavours.

This vintage boasts of deep crimson hues and a seductive nose of red and black fruits, enhanced by a subtle hint of earthiness and spice. The palate echoes these complex aromas with balanced acidity and supple tannins, leading to a lingering, elegant finish. Grown on limestone-clay soils, the fruits have imbibed the terroir's unique character.

A bottle of Sylvain Pataille Bourgogne Rouge Le Chapitre 2021 stands as an undeniable testament to the sophistication and finesse of Burgundian wines.

Discover the exquisite Sylvain Pataille Bourgogne Rouge Le Chapitre 2021, a celebration of skilled winemaking from the heart of Burgundy, France. Crafted by Sylvain Pataille, one of the region's most innovative winemakers, the attention to detail is evident from the first sip. A champion of organic viticulture and non-interventionist cellar practices, Pataille's precise cueillette and vinification methods create a harmonious marriage of Pinot Noir's nuanced flavours.

This vintage boasts of deep crimson hues and a seductive nose of red and black fruits, enhanced by a subtle hint of earthiness and spice. The palate echoes these complex aromas with balanced acidity and supple tannins, leading to a lingering, elegant finish. Grown on limestone-clay soils, the fruits have imbibed the terroir's unique character.

A bottle of Sylvain Pataille Bourgogne Rouge Le Chapitre 2021 stands as an undeniable testament to the sophistication and finesse of Burgundian wines.

Decanter (95)

The 2022 vintage of Pataille's Marsannay Le Chapitre reveals much riper fruit than the 2021, with an intense concentration of black plum and cherry fruit touched with hints of mint, earth, smoke, and fresh saddle leather. The texture is dense and very tannic, with impressive length. There is a bit of reduction at this point, but it is likely to resolve before release. This wine is one to wait for – open in three to five years and age it over the next 20.

Vinous (93+)

Deep, bright ruby-red. Pure, sexy aromas of raspberry, blackberry, plum and game. Thick and velvety on entry, then pliant and broad in the middle, with multidimensional flavors of dark fruits, pungent minerality, pepper, herbs, mocha and brown spices saturating the entire palate. I don't find this closed today but it will surely shut down soon. This voluptuous wine boasts superb lift and outstanding peppery persistence. Sylvie finds this too powerful. My father loves young wines, though, she told me. The 2000 is too old for him; he loves the 2003. This calls for a good decade of cellaring.

Vinous (92-94)

The 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos St. Jacques sweeps across the palate with beautifully delineated black fruits. This shows tremendous aromatic intensity and fabulous length. With time in the glass, the wine turns more delicate, showing another side of its personality. A 65 note of licorice adds complexity on the multi-dimensional finish. Esmonin used 100% whole clusters for the fruit from the top of the vineyard, but fully destemmed the fruit from the bottom of the hill, resulting in about 70% whole clusters for the final blend. The Clos St. Jacques saw 100% new oak.

Vinous (92+)

(vinified with 75% whole clusters; 90% new oak): Bright, dark red. Reduced aromas of black raspberry and licorice accented by spices. Rich, round and voluminous yet light on its feet owing to intense minerality and lively acidity; offers complex flavors of black raspberry, black cherry, redcurrant, spices, flowers and crushed rock. An element of peppery, spicy herbs really lifts the finish today while giving the wine a slight edge that calls for patience.

Vinous (92+)

Good deep red with ruby tones. Ripe, deep perfume of black cherry, dark berries, crushed rock, wild herbs and game lifted by a peppery topnote. Very concentrated, intense, taut wine with terrific volume and inner-mouth energy. A captivating floral quality contributes another dimension. Explosive on the back end, saturating the mouth and exciting the salivary glands. Finishes with terrific late spicy lift. This wonderfully perfumed, classy wine needs time. Consumers will probably prefer the 2014 but the '13 is longer and has more finesse, said Sylvie Esmonin, adding that the 2014 doesn't have the same shoulders.

Vinous (93)

The 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru is dense and forward on the nose, slightly more concentration and just a little more confit in style. The new oak becomes more prominent with aeration. The palate is sweet and slightly candied on the opening with blood orange infused black fruit, grippy and quite bold. Not a subtle Clos Saint-Jacque, but it retains delineation throughout, finishing with cracked black pepper and mineral notes. This will need several years in bottle. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.

Vinous (93)

The 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru has a mixture of red and black fruit on the nose, well-defined but backward. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, quite dense and layered with touches of allspice and pain d'épices, veins of blood orange towards the finish that feels quite long. I suspect this will close down after three or four years as it tends to do, otherwise, cellar it away for a decade.

Vinous - Neal Martin (91)

The 2021 Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Saint-Jacques 1er Cru has a slightly deeper colour than its peers. It has a comparatively intense nose with bold black cherry and boysenberry fruit and just a hint of dark chocolate. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chewy tannins and that chocolate tincture interlacing the red fruit with a sweet figgy finish. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.

Vinous (89-91)

The 2020 Gevrey-Chambertin Village was picked up to 8 September and here, the malo was unfinished. This contains 50% whole bunch. The nose was a little difficult to assess because of that, though there appears to be plenty of vibrant black cherry and boysenberry fruit here. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fine acidity, quite fresh and harmonious with a little piquancy towards the finish.

Burghound (89)

(from vines that are to the east of D974 and mostly in Les Crais along with many other small parcels that include Le Fourneau, Reniard, Croix des Champs, Grands Champs, Champ Franc and Es Murots). A deeply pitched nose reflects aromas of humus-inflected poached plum, cassis and violet that display hints of earth and leather. The supple and succulent yet well-detailed medium weight flavors possess a lovely mouthfeel before concluding in a youthfully austere finish where a touch of wood arises. This is an fine Gevrey villages and worth your interest.