As with the Pucelles, the trace reduction and sulfur notes aren't enough to completely mask the naturally spicy and ever-so-subtly exotic fruit aromas. The detailed, vibrant and stony medium weight flavors possess excellent verve and are shaped by the moderately firm acid spine on the balanced, long and notably dry finish. There is ample richness and dry extract that confers a generous mouth feel to the mid-palate but overall, this is a classy wine of refinement and precision.

The 2009 Meursault Genevrieres flows with a rich tapestry of aromas and flavors. There is considerable volume and depth in the ripe yellow stone fruit. Constantly changing in the glass, the Genevrieres impresses for its complexity, underlying minerality and fabulous overall balance. I especially like the way the wine is constantly changing in the glass, always a sign of greatness.

(Boillot picked these millerande vines very quickly, at the beginning) Citrus peel, flowers and clove on the nuanced nose. Then chewy and thick but with terrific energy and definition to the chewy, lightly saline flavors. Boasts lovely inner-mouth floral and citrus character. Finishes very long and vibrant. This is a domain wine.

The 2009 Meursault 1er Cru Genevrieres displays a refined bouquet that demands coaxing from the glass, reluctantly offering faint scents of orange blossom and lemon thyme. The palate is neutral on the entry with Puligny-like nervosite and a crisp citrus finish, although I am seeking more Genevrieres personality to come through and lend race to this 2009 Meursault. Drink 2014-2020.

Intense, slightly fishy nose. Bright, clean and dramatic. Easy to like. Chewy end. (JR)