Domaine Michel Mallard, Aloxe Corton Toppe Vert Vintage:2021 with the woodsmoke character carrying

with the woodsmoke character carrying through in the mouth

(this vineyard is worked by horse and plow because there is no path for a tractor)

tea and also a wisp of sandalwood

Hints of lavender

lovely fruit and firm

Domaine Michel Mallard, Aloxe Corton Toppe Vert Vintage:2021 with the woodsmoke character carryingModerately generous wood sets off the cooler and reserved nose that blends notes of both red and dark currant aromas that are liberally cut with earth and forest floor elements. There is fine richness and concentration to the powerful and muscular big bodied flavors that coat the palate with sappy dry extract that contrasts somewhat with the long but somewhat lean finish.