(production was down 80% of normal; just one barrel of this wine earmarked for the U.S. market): Subdued aromas of menthol and minerals. Stone fruit and menthol flavors convey an attractive creaminess. Good, serious Bourgogne with structure and length, not to mention character.

The 2016 Bourgogne Blanc has quite a powerful bouquet with fresh lemon peel and light granitic notes. The palate is well balanced with a slightly oily texture, good acidity, quite powerful with a tangy finish that just needs a little more mineralité coming through.

A blend of three parcels in Puligny: Les Houlières, Parties and Champ des Plantes. Max 10% new oak. Deep greenish gold. Quite spicy and broad. Seems brighter and friendlier than some previous vintages. Long and quite rich. (JR)