2016 Puligny Montrachet
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The group’s third-favourite white burgundy. Tasted blind. A bit of struck match on the nose. Real presence and raciness. Fruit too. Not the finest or subtlest white burgundy in the world but it’s better than most in this line-up. (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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Pure, lemony and satisfying. Well balanced. Ready. (JR)
(just a bit of frost here ): Bright, medium straw-yellow. Riper and fruitier on the nose than the village Chassagne, showing a touch of reduction but conveying a more balanced, sedate impression. Rather rich yet firm stone fruit and quince flavors are accented by a pungent mineral quality and nicely framed by well-integrated acidity. A concentrated, balanced midweight with slowly rising perfume, this wine avoids the element of hardness shown by the Chassagne-Montrachet. Should make an excellent village wine.
Solid, straightforward nose. Ticks the boxes. Is not too flashy nor too oaky but doesn’t have that many distinguishing marks. Light finish. (JR)