2022 Puligny-Montrachet, Champs-Gains, Francois Carillon

Cask sample. Delicate citrus aroma with a hint of oak sweetness and spice. Deep, rounded, creamy but with freshness at the core. Chalky freshness, intense and full of tension on the long, dry finish. ~ (17) Julia Harding, JancisRobinson.com 1-16-2024

Here the nose is compositionally quite different as it manifests notes of petrol, iodine and a shellfish hint along with plenty of floral nuances. Here is both fine punch and concentration to the sappy and solidly powerful medium-bodied flavors that also exude evident minerality on the impressively persistent and firm finale. This won't win any awards for finesse but the fine quality is unassailable. ~ (93) Allen Meadows, Burghound 6-10-2024