Arnaud Ente, Puligny Montrachet Referts

(from 40+ year old vines). An understated application of wood frames the green fruit and essence of pear scents that evidence subtle spice, floral and citrus nuances. There is terrific intensity to the highly complex medium-bodied flavors that are also blessed with a highly attractive mouth feel before concluding in a saliva-inducing finish that delivers first-rate persistence. Lovely stuff that should repay up to a decade of keeping. (91-93)/2023+