Domaine Joliet Fixin 1er Cru Blanc Clos de la Perriere Monopole

This exciting, vibrant wine is lemony and fine, with pronounced citrus fruit aromas and a salty mineral edge. The lively texture has plenty of tension but no lack of density or length. This year it is being given a bit more luxurious maturation, with 30% new Vosges barrels, but there is plenty of substance to support this. According to Benigne Joliet, the Chardonnay is planted at the base of the combe, exactly where the monks planted it in former times. Details Press Vintage: 2022 Format: 6 x 750ml Availability: in stock Country: France Region: Burgundy Varietal(s): Chardonnay 94 points, Decanter Magazine This classic introduction to the Confuron-Cotetidot style should prove convincing: ripe fruit, whole clusters, and little influence from new oak. The ripe plum and fig fruit comes to the fore, touched with earth, smoke, and leather notes. The wine is very tannic, but there is enough fruit to sustain this level of structure. 'I make broad wines' according to Yves Confuron — that he does. The grapes for this come from four parcels totaling just over a hectare, made in the trademark style. Keep this for three to five years before opening for ideal results.