2021 Domaine de la Rochette Macon-Milly-Lamartine Montagne de Cra

Frederic Burrier and his family own the historic Chateau de Beauregard and the small but equally important Chateau du Clos, both based in Pouilly, along with half ownership of Domaine de la Rochette based in Milly-Lamartine. Frederic is a staunch supporter of the wines of Pouilly, and led the commission into the possibility of premier crus for appellation. Winemaking is very traditional, and while he has tried newer methods and equipment, Frederic prefers the results he gets by crushing the grapes prior to using his Vaslin hydraulic press. As of 2020 vintage, many of the plots worked in Pouilly are now classified as premier cru.

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A more floral-inflected nose is comprised by notes of mineral reduction, lemongrass and Granny Smith apple nuances. The almost painfully intense middleweight flavors possess a wonderfully refreshing quality on the chiseled, youthfully austere and solidly persistent finish. This could use a bit more depth, but it is already inviting. Drink 2024+.
88 points
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