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byGeorgina Hindlethe9/4/2023
This 9% Chardonnay, 5% Chenin Blanc has aromas of toasted elements on the nose; charred oak, soft floral hints and cooked lemon, white blossom and subtle pastry notes. Smooth and supple on the palate with a juicy core and lots of energy straight away which nicely counters the quite thick, almost heavy texture. Feels quite serious, but the citrus fruit is so lean and precise, really crystalline giving this a focused and detailed edge which is quite delicious. Mouthwatering acidity and a long length, there's lots to like here. The first time on the Place de Bordeaux for this wine, owned by Vignoble Baron Philippe de Rothschild (of Château Mouton-Rothschild and Clerc Milon). Director Augustin Deschamps, winemaker Fabrice Boullier.