2000 Puligny Montrachet Les Referts
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The 2000 Puligny-Montrachet Les Referts reveals earthy mineral aromas and a rich, medium-bodied core of fruit. Concentrated and vinous, it reveals loads of spices, toast, butter, as well as smoke flavors. Drink it over the next 9 years. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802. In addition, Vincent Girardin sells many of these same wines under the Baron de la Charriere label to European Cellars, Eric Solomon, New York, NY; tel. (212) 924-4949
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Pierre Rovani
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Enticing, complex nose melds fruit notes of apricot and pineapple with roasted nuts and light sulfides. Thick but penetrating, with strong acidity (still a bit of malic?) lending vibrancy to the citrus skin and pineapple flavors. The sweetness builds impressively on the very long finish.