LAMARCHE LA GRANDE RUE 2018 brand_Meridian Vineyards bloody Mary's straight up or

bloody Mary's straight up or on-the-rocks

and aged cheeses such as Gruyere or blue

soft citrus notes and a slightly tannic impression

while hints of brambly berry

LAMARCHE LA GRANDE RUE 2018 brand_Meridian Vineyards bloody Mary's straight up orThis is also quite floral with its array of violet, lavender and rose petal wisps that add considerable elegance to the very pretty mix of black pinot fruit, sandalwood and lovely spice elements. The mouthfeel of the medium weight plus flavors is finer than those of the Grands Echzeaux if not quite as powerful or muscular, all wrapped in a wonderfully long if slightly warm and austere finale. This is a big but balanced example of LGR and should age