Textured wine, the crisp white fruits are tight against acidity and spice. It fills the mouth, broadening into a wine that becomes creamy, with wood and green plum skins giving structure. This is another example of how a lesser appellation can shine at the hands of a master vigneron.
— R.V.
(5/1/2009)
There is great purity of fruit here. The wine that shows the freshest of strawberries, and is given a jelly flavor by their sweetness. The tannins are a core of dryness and blend satisfyingly with the acidity and fruits. For such a humble appellation, this is an impressive wine.
— R.V.
(12/31/2008)
This wine has a bright, crisp character that is reminiscent of Chablis. It has refreshing lemon and apple flavors, and it’s ready to drink.
— R.V.
(4/1/2013)
Benefiting from the ripe 2009 vintage, the wine shows more ripe fruit than is usual from the Hautes-Côtes. It has rich strawberry flavor along with acidity. The soft tannins add a light sense of structure.
— R.V.
(12/31/2011)
Crisp and cool, this shows a vanilla flavor that softens the attractive tight, acidic fruit. It’s light in texture, with a prominent tang of citrus.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
On the austere side, with fruit that has considerable—perhaps too much—freshness. Berry flavors and tannins verge on stalky, and the acidity gives the wine a light aftertaste.
— R.V.
(7/1/2010)