Georges Noellat, Echezeaux Vintage:2018 denoting freshness and minerality

denoting freshness and minerality

I mildly prefer the Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet because of its marginally better sense of verve but I underscore that the difference is slight and it’s obviously an open question as to how the two wines will compare over time – in sum

all wrapped in an impressively long and superbly complex finish that flashes focused power

The élevage in this case is extended to 36 months

15 ha parcel of 50+ year old vines located near the southern end of the appellation

Georges Noellat, Echezeaux Vintage:2018 denoting freshness and minerality(from a . 07 ha parcel in Cruots). Here too a deft touch of wood sets off the spicier and more complex aromas that combine plum, black and blue fruit with a broad range of floral elements. The bigger, richer and more concentrated if less evident mineral driven medium bodied flavors culminate in a youthfully austere, long and bitter cherry pitinfused finish. This seductive effort should be approachable on the younger side but reward extended keeping.