Note: from vines planted in 1983. Mild whiffs of the exotic in the form of white peach, passion fruit and citrus confit add breadth to the nose of petrol and mineral reduction. The notably finer and much stonier, though less powerful, middle weight flavors possess a more sophisticated mouthfeel , all wrapped in a long, balanced and compact finale. This chiseled effort is very good and worth considering.*Burghound Outstanding!*

The 2023 Chassagne-Montrachet En Cailleret 1er Cru has a strict, almost sullen nose that demands coaxing from the glass, with hints of chamomile interlacing the orchard fruit, though I seek just a little more mineralité. The palate is well balanced with tropical notes of passionfruit and guava on the entry. Smooth in texture with countervailing acidity, the 2023 finishes open and easy-drinking. Drink just a year after bottling and enjoy this in its youth.(NM)