2004 Etienne Sauzet Grand Cru Chevalier-Montrachet
Name:
Etienne Sauzet Grand Cru Chevalier-Montrachet - 2004
Where it's from:
>France
>Burgundy
>Chevalier-Montrachet
Price per case:
£1197.62
Bottle size:
75 cl
Bottles per case:
6
Style:
Rich Dry Whites
Grapes:
Chardonnay
Description:
True to type, this is reticent and mineral, superbly poised high-toned fruit, with good middle richness and excellent length.
Etienne Sauzet's son-in-law, Gerard Boudot, makes the wine at this benchmark Burgundian Domaine, turning the enormous potential of their prime vineyards into liquid gold. A tasting with Gerard is not just enjoyable but highly educational - each session is a virtual masterclass in terroir. Indeed, his knowledge of Puligny's different vineyards is second to none. However, he resists the temptation to interfere with the wines too much after fermentation, and employs on average 30% new oak every year. The result is the Grand Crus are, of course, impressive; even right down to Villages and Bourgogne level where the wines display the finesse and grace of truly great Puligny.
