“As one would expect, this is completely different as the game and sauvage notes of a classic Renardes are on parade with rich, full and powerful palate staining flavors that offer excellent depth and outstanding length. This is a potent but sleekly muscular wine that will also require ample patience.” Allen Meadows 90-93 ptsid 182

This is prettier aromatically with a similar mix of red berries and earth but with sauvage hints on the otherwise lively middle weight flavors that pack plenty of finishing punch. I like the subtle minerality and freshness.id 176

“A ripe and expressive nose features notes of fresh orchard fruit, straw, citrus and earth that precede rich but lively middle weight flavors that possess good mid-palate fat and good finishing energy.” Allen Meadows 87 ptsid 175

“A touch of reduction detracts mildly from the ripe, earth and serious dark fruit aromas and the intense earthiness continues onto the very rich and full-bodied flavors that possess a velvety mouth feel though the finish is distinctly firm. The depth here is unusually good and this is a flat out superb effort for what it is.” Allen Meadows 88-90 ptsid 29

“As one would expect, this is completely different with much more deeply pitched aromas that are pretty and not at all rustic that lead to earthy, sweet, intense and relatively powerful medium full-bodied flavors underpinned by solid structure and notably good depth. This offers excellent quality for its level.” Allen Meadows 89 ptsid 179

“The first wine to display a deft touch of pain grillé that frames slightly riper exotic fruit aromas that introduce rich, full and sweet flavors that offer fine volume and power though not much refinement or detail. Adequate but not distinguished.” Allen Meadows 87 ptsid 171

An expressive and enveloping nose of roasted hazelnut and fresh orchard fruit aromas, particularly peach and pear give way to delicious, round and vibrant flavors underpinned by excellent acid/fruit/fat balance that gives the finish that lovely quality of nervous tension.id 17

“Moderate animale and underbrush notes add interest to the earthy dark berry fruit aromas that sit atop the ripe, forward and very rich flavors that are delicious but don’t possess the same degree of freshness and vivacity of the Gevrey. This is a big wine that is very Nuits in character but the rusticity is borderline aggressive.” Allen Meadows 87 ptsid 178

A pungent and intense nose of earthy red and black fruit gives way to big, rich, round and structured flavors that possess obvious muscle and impart a persistent finish.id 22

“This too is quite attractive aromatically with a lovely and ripe mix of red and blue fruit nuanced by violet aromas that continue onto the vibrant, fresh and racy mineral-infused flavors that offer good energy on the dusty and firm finish. This is delicious and the natural coolness of Pernand comes through yet stops short of austerity.” Allen Meadowsid 228

“An earthy and moderately rustic nose of dark berries, black raspberries and underbrush hints combines with rich, powerful and serious flavors that possess real size and weight. This is a very solidly structured effort and it’s rare to see villages wines, even from Gevrey that carry this kind of power.” Allen Meadows 89 ptsid 185

“A much higher-toned and decidedly more elegant nose featuring dark berry fruit and blue/violet notes gives way to detailed, punchy and cool medium full flavors built on a base of firm minerality that culminate in a driving, pure and linear finish of imposing persistence. This does not have the sheer size and muscle of the Lambots though it’s by no means a shrinking violet either. I’m impressed but it’s not for those in a rush.” Allen Meadows 91 ptsid 186

“A deft touch of pain grillé amiably works with the elegant, pure and airy white flower and green fruit aromas that reflect the slightly cool character that the extreme altitude confers on this wine and this coolness continues onto the rich, full and textured flavors supported by obvious minerality on the bright, driving and citrusy finish. A lovely villages and this too is well worth a look.” Allen Meadows 89 ptsid 172

“There is a bit more wood in evidence that reveals hints of oak spice and vanilla notes that mingle with the airy white flower and lemon-infused aromas that also lead to rich, full and detailed flavors that possess excellent cut and vibrancy on the intense and penetrating finish. While this will undoubtedly age as it's well balanced.” A. Meadows: 91 ptsid 227

"Easily the most complex nose to this point with an assortment of earth, floral, spice, and ripe dark berry fruit aromas that introduce rich, sappy, and intense flavors underpinned by buried but firm structure that will permit this to improve for up to a decade. An impressive Savigny." Allen Meadowsid 23

“As it often is, this is the most elegant of this Savigny group with high-toned and pure red pinot fruit aromas that exude a fine sense of underlying minerality that continues onto the detailed, sweet and beautifully balanced and harmonious middle weight flavors that possess real finishing verve. Terrific Peuillets that could actually be approached now as the structure is seamlessly integrated.” A. Meadows: 91 ptsid 230

“This is noticeably finer with airier fruit that combines both red and blue berry aromas that are also nuanced by floral hints, particularly violets. The supple, forward and nicely refined flavors display a seductive mouth feel that tightens up fast on the linear and slightly austere finish. This will require a few years of cellar time to really sort itself out but the quality of the underlying material is indisputable.” Allen Meadowsid 231

“Easily the most complex nose to this point with an assortment of earth, floral, spice and ripe dark berry fruit aromas that introduce, rich, sappy and intense flavors underpinned by buried but firm structure that will permit this to improve for up to a decade. An impressive Savigny.” Allen Meadows 90 ptsid 183

“This is also clean and bright and is surprisingly elegant for a Savigny blanc with generous yet precise flavors that are punchy and vibrant if not overly complex. Still, this is really quite agreeable and avoids the rusticity and heaviness that plagues many examples.” Allen Meadows 87 ptsid 170

A velvety-red hue, with hints of blue, and a palate of jammy cherry and blackcurrant, "Les Chanlins" delivers a surprising combination of firmness hidden behind a subtle approach. Good power will age this wine well, though it is quite charming and elegant now. Long finish in the mouth.id 378

“This could not be more aromatically distinct from the Ladoix with a superbly elegant, pure, hightoned and airy nose that features spice hints on the gorgeous mix of red and blue fruit that display violet and rose petal nuances. The detailed and silky middle weight flavors tighten up quickly on the firm, linear and mineral-infused finish that is austere, tight and stops just short of being a touch dry.” A. Meadows: 90 ptsid 232

The Vosne Romanée 1er Cru is a dark garnet-colored wine with a nose revealing floral aromas of raspberries and cherries. On the palate, its softly textured, medium-bodied gusto bursts with satiny red fruits as well as touches of oak.id 32

Fresh and balanced, ending with a mouthwatering finish, this Chablis is elegant, displaying apple and honey flavors, with a hint of mineral.id 195

Subtle lemon cream, herb, and mineral aromas and flavors are intertwined with a rich yet focused structure. Balanced, with a supple texture and a firm, stony finish.id 196

Compact, yet dense and powerful, exhibiting honey, mineral and lemon aromas and flavors, all balanced with a vibrant structure and supple texture. Fine length.id 197