2023 Santenay Passetemps
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The 2023 Santenay 1er Cru Le Passetemps delivers lovely aromas of cassis, wild blueberries, rose petals and violets, followed by a medium- to full-bodied, lively and layered palate built around sweet, powdery tannins and bright acids. This small cuvée has turned out especially well this year.
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Neal Martin
William Kelley, Wine Advocate
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The 2023 Santenay Le Passetemps 1er Cru, the first picked from the vineyard planted at 15,000 vines per hectare, includes 50% whole bunch. This has a well-defined and focused nose featuring blackcurrant, star anis and light cedar scents that become more peppery with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied and fresh with grainy tannins, gentle grip, touches of white pepper and hints of clove toward the finish. This is excellent.