Domaine Michel Mallard, Aloxe Corton Toppe Vert Vintage:2021 structured by wonderfully plush tannins

structured by wonderfully plush tannins and bold freshness

Once again the nose is masked by notes of wood toast

this time I found common characteristics between the 2015 Les Tosses and the Arbossar from the same year

this is more aromatically elegant with pretty

lovely fruit and firm

Domaine Michel Mallard, Aloxe Corton Toppe Vert Vintage:2021 structured by wonderfully plush tanninsModerately 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.