Ballot Millot Meursault 1er Cru Charmes 2022

Ballot Millot Meursault 1er Cru Charmes 2022

like many of these 2013s

As pretty as this is on the nose and mid-palate

full-bodied and obviously well-concentrated yet notably finer flavors possess excellent mid-palate fat that partially buffers the natural tendency of young Latricières towards austerity on the stony and detailed but slightly drying finish as the stems are in evidence

There is once again an appealing sense of energy to the lighter weight flavors that deliver solid punch and persistence on the balanced finish

A Napa Valley classic

Araujo’s 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Eisele Vineyard is a picture perfect example of the year

flashy and open

pure and airy red berry fruit scents along with a profusion of floral elements that are also trimmed in a discreet application of wood

Both 2013s are clearly the finest Eisele wines made under the administration of François Pinault and his top lieutenant

is a relatively powerful statement from the new owners

The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Eisele Vineyard is simply beautiful

A more deeply pitched nose displays a well-layered mix of both red and black pinot fruit along with notes of spice