2016 Santenay Clos Rousseau

The 2016 Santenay 1er Cru Clos Rousseau is matured in 35% to 40% new oak with around 20% whole-cluster fruit. It has a gorgeous bouquet with fresh blackberry and bilberry fruit, very well-integrated oak and engaging harmony. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin and good density, well balanced although there is clearly some new wood to be subsumed toward the finish. Give this three years in bottle.