2017 Puligny Montrachet Champs Gains
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The 2017 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Champ-Gain is deeper, more concentrated and more introverted than the Referts, revealing scents of citrus oil, fresh peach, honeycomb and white flowers. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and concentrated, with chalky dry extract and lively acids. This has turned out very well in bottle.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
William Kelley, Wine Advocate
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In tank since just before the 2018 harvest and will be bottled in March or April. 2014 was the first vintage. Vines were worked by his younger brother Benoît Ente. 75% barrel and 25% glass demijohns. Gorgeously, seductively creamy aroma complemented by tangy green fruits and a light spice. Gorgeous depth of fruit and spice and more savoury on the palate. Terrific finesse with power underneath. Just a touch of sweet spice that balances the sharp intensity of citrus fruit. Drawn out to great length. Already a perfect whole but needs time. Tension on the finish. (JH)