Albert Bichot (Pavillon), Meursault Charmes

Albert Bichot (Pavillon), Meursault Charmes(80% from Charmes Dessus). There is a whiff of phenolic character to the ripe and vaguely exotic aromas of white peach, melon and passion fruit. The utterly delicious and nicely energetic medium bodied flavors also possess fine volume while the lingering finish is supported by grapefruit tinged acidity. There is a borderline tannic quality that detracts mildly from the overall sense of refinement and overall, this is perfectly good but not

there is no other climat in Corton that can match it for sheer size

and much more structured and full-bodied than it usually is in other vintages

On the palate it is full-bodied

cherry and fruitcake flavors show sharp definition and deepen steadily as the wine stretches out

reflecting its cool-sited vineyards in the north of the region

black cherry

If anything

This is a big but not really austere BM and should be approachable after only 7 to 8 years if your preference is for younger wines

Smooth and expansive on the palate

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An intensely floral nose of mostly honeysuckle scents also displays subtle notes of spice and ripe white fruit aromas

Medium to deep garnet-brick in color