Fontaine Gagnard, Criots Batard Montrachet

Fontaine Gagnard, Criots Batard Montrachet(from 3 separate parcels that aggregate . 33 ha). Notes of pain grill combine with mildly exotic aromas that are not dissimilar from those of the Caillerets though here there is a distinct petrol element as well. Despite the elevated ripeness displayed by the nose the palate impression of the attractively textured and concentrated flavors is quite cool and reserved, all wrapped in a complex, long and balanced finish that also exhibits a touch of

The 2008 Barolo Brunate is beautifully balanced from start to finish

violet and sandalwood

chiseled and very dry finish that exhibits a trace of youthful austerity

It's showing very well

The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly viscous texture on the entry

complex and vibrant flavors that culminate in an energetic

There is a velvety side to this Lupicaia

ready for pleasure

This is also quite heavily reduced though the energetic flavors display an attractive mineral streak that continues onto the solidly intense finish that is given form by the relatively fine tannins in the context of a villages level wine

There is enough reduction to render the nose difficult to evaluate though it does seem ripe

Pristine and fresh

citrus and a hint of floral character