Vinous: 92-94 Points
The 2022 Meursault-Blagny 1er Cru had a lot of reduction when I tasted it from barrel though its intensity was clear. The palate is very promising: wonderful tension here steely and spicier than the Meursault Village with touches of fennel and white pepper on the finish. Quite feisty and surely one for long-term aging. (Drink between 2026-2048)
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Burghound: 91-93 Points
? Outstanding Note: from La Pièce Sous le Bois Producer note: Antoine Jobard noted that the 2022 "growing season was hot dry and largely clement and without undue disease pressure so compared to 2021 for example we had it relatively easy. We picked from the 25th to the 31st of August and brought in virtually spotless fruit that had good yields. Potential alcohols were strong without being high as everything came in between 13 and 13.5%. The acidities were at best average so I did no lees stirring as preserving the freshness and energy were clearly priorities for this style of vintage. As to the wines they're definitely rich but fresh and vibrant with surprisingly good terroir transparency. I would describe them as a mix of the 2017 and 2019 vintages with the verve of '17 but less alcohol than '19. It's the kind of vintage that should allow for early accessibility but have no trouble aging." In a change Jobard explained that he has chosen to begin using the Diam brand composite cork for all of his whites. As the ratings and commentaries confirm I was very impressed by the excellent results that Jobard achieved in 2022 and these are definitely wines to consider adding to your cellars. Lastly fans of the domaine aren't imagining things as there is indeed a new wine in the range in the form of the Goutte d'Or. In yet one more change several Meursault villages wines that were separately declared in previous years have now been combined - see below for more detail. (Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant www.kermitlynch.com CA USA; A&B Vintners www.abvintners.co.uk Berry Brothers & Rudd www.bbr.com Fields Morris & Verdin www.fmvwines.com Emile Wines Ltd. www.emilewines.couk The Wine Society www.thewinesociety.com all UK; Pearl of Burgundy www.pearlofburgundy.com Hong Kong and Macau; Domaine Wine Cellars www.domaine.com.tw Taiwan). Tasting note: Here too the nose is quite fresh with its combination of apple white flowers and just sliced citrus especially lemon. There is both excellent punch and a lovely texture though only average density to the lingering and balanced finish where a touch of youthful austerity slowly emerges. While this could be enjoyed young it has apparent development potential so at least a few years of keeping are recommended.
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