Henri Germain, Meursault Blanc other_regions_italy (91-94)/2024+

(91-94)/2024+

The final decision on which wine will be released is made just a few months before bottling

and the usual austerity of classic Clos de Vougeot is only a background element as the rich

9% after a bit of de-alcoholization--as in 2004 and 2009) -- Stephen Tanzer

richly displaying crushed black cherry and plum

Henri Germain, Meursault Blanc other_regions_italy (91-94)/2024+(from 6 lieux dits, including Vireuils, Peutes Vignes, Moulin Judas, Clos du Cromin, Dressoles and Les Pellans). A very pretty nose offers up notes of essence of pear, hazelnut and a whiff of citrus peel. Succulent, round and plump medium bodied flavors possess plenty of sappy dry extract that helps to buffer the moderately firm acidity shaping the balanced finish that flashes excellent depth and persistence for a villages level wine. Recommended. (89