A dark, rich red with edges of purple. This wine's nose is like a bunch of dark cherries being greedily, juicily eaten by a feral animal. There's some stink that comes in waves, but the overriding impression is of fresh juice and tart, split berry skins. At the edges, an appealing, icing sugar-like powderiness that adds some detail and presence in the higher registers. This seems a darker wine overall, though not serious so much as rich and generous. I'm not sure the animalé is entirely terroir-driven; it smells as much of boiled eggs as it does wild Pinot. Certainly within tolerable limits.
Domaine Bart
Price: $A36.60
Closure: Cork
Quite soft on the palate and a little shy on entry. Perhaps because the acidity is approachable, there's not a lot of impact at first, and the wine takes its time to build fruit weight and presence. Build it does, though; the middle palate is deeply generous and fruit-driven, showing a flavour profile composed mostly of ripe cherries and spice. I don't know that there's much complexity, but it's terribly well balanced for immediate drinking and I like its relaxed personality. Tannins aren't very fine but descend sweetly on the tongue, reinforcing the wine's plushness. A nicely tart thread weaves its way into the after palate, and the whole resolves cleanly through a satisfying finish.
These quality Burgundies from lesser appellations really give our mid-priced wines a run for their money.
Domaine Bart
Price: $A36.60
Closure: Cork
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