2016 St Aubin Blanc Clos des Meix
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The 2016 Saint Aubin 1er Cru Clos du Meix comes from vines on hard limestone soil, and while it may not constitute one of Olivier Lamy's best-known labels, I was very impressed by this showing. It has a well-defined, wet limestone and slate-scented bouquet that translates the terroir extremely well. The palate is very well balanced with a keen line of acidity, very saline in the mouth with the saliva flowing after the wine is departed. You can already envisage this partnering and enhancing a heaped plate of fruits de mer!
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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(from hard limestone soil over mother rock): Strong calcaire pungency to the aromas of lime zest, ginger, quinine and menthol. In a very cool style but with lovely intensity and definition to the flavors of lime and minerals. Penetrating, tactile and very long, with a taut minerality that reminded me of Riesling. Tight, dry and powerfully citric on the finish. My style of wine.
About the producer
Based in Saint-Aubin, Domaine Hubert Lamy is one of the most respected producers in the Côte de Beaune.