2013 Macon Clos de la Crochette
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(picked before the rain--"not too ripe but the grapes were fragile and we were afraid they would turn if we waited another day," said Gon): Bright yellow. Tangy aromas of orange, apricot and honey show good lift. Rather fine-grained and elegant, conveying an attractive light touch. Not particularly long but nicely done, showing good concentration and energy.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Argilo calcaire. South facing and the earliest ripening. Rich and broad on the palate but without much aroma. A little stolid. (JR)
The 2013 Mâcon Chardonnay Clos de la Crochette has a much more complex and defined, mineral-driven bouquet than the previous crus. The palate is brimming over with tension and poise, with an intense citrus finish that is long and persistent, perhaps a touch spicier than the 2012. This is the front-runner for Dominique’s best 2013 once bottled - and I cannot wait to taste it then.