White
Drouhin 2018 Puligny Montrachet 1Er
A beautiful harmony, a precious wine. The color is golden and bright. The complex aromas of Puligny-Montrachet: honey, honeysuckle, fresh almond, evolving towards notes of lightly grilled dried fruits and spices. On the palate, a beautiful balance between freshness and softness. A few notes of tannins give structure to the building. The length in the mouth is exceptional, all in finesse and floral notes.
Billaud-Simon Chablis Grand Cru Bougros 2016
The nose is greeted by an enticing bouquet of delicate white flowers, intertwined with subtle notes of citrus blossom and a hint of honeysuckle. Beneath this floral veil lies a mineral core, evocative of wet stones after a summer rain, complemented by whispers of flint and sea breeze, a signature of the Chablis terroir.
Bougros is located on the right bank of the Serein River, in the north west corner of the Grand Cru slope, which flows through the Chablis region. It has a remarkable south east exposure and the steepest slope of all the Chablis Grand Crus.
Billaud-Simon Grand Cru ‘Vaudesir’ 2021
The Billaud-Simon Grand Cru 'Vaudesir' 2021 presents a brilliant pale gold color, hinting at its elegance and complexity.
The palate is rich and full-bodied, yet beautifully balanced, with flavors of citrus zest, green apple, and white peach dancing across the taste buds. There's a pronounced minerality that adds depth and complexity to the wine, along with a refreshing acidity that provides structure and vibrancy. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression of purity and finesse.
Overall, the Billaud-Simon Grand Cru 'Vaudesir' 2021 is a stunning expression of Chablis terroir, showcasing the hallmark characteristics of the region's finest wines: purity, precision, and elegance. It's a wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for further development over the years.
Egon Muller 2003 Scharzhofberger Kabinett Riesling
This wine displays a light green-yellow hue with an inviting nose of peach and subtle vegetal undertones. On the palate, it is light and refreshing, with juicy notes of stone fruit, ripe pineapple, and a hint of baby banana. The finish is layered with a fine veil of residual sugar, adding depth and a touch of sweetness. A delicate lemony note lingers, bringing a balanced freshness to the close.
Egon Muller 1976 Scharzhofberger Spatlese Riesling
94 Points, John Gillman
The 1976 Scharzhofberger Spätlese still drinks beautifully and has many years of life ahead. Its bouquet offers a complex blend of lemon curd, baked peaches, leather, and stony minerality, with a hint of lavender. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, balanced, and focused, with a mature sweetness closer to Kabinett level. Poised with good acidity and depth, this superb Spätlese promises to age gracefully for years to come.
