Michel Bouzereau Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Le Cailleret

2023

Vinous 94-96: The 2023 Puligny-Montrachet Caillerets 1er Cru has perhaps the most compelling bouquet amongst Bouzereau's whites: it is superbly defined and detailed, with crushed stone filtering through citrus fruit and just the faintest touch of reduction at play. The palate is wonderful and the acidity is razor-sharp. This is a little more malic than the Meursaults, tensile with an unmistakable energy on the finish. Superb. Drink: 2026-2048.

Decanter 95: Slightly closed on the initial attack, but opens with time to show limpid citrus peel and nectarine, with floral notes and a flinty mineral undertone. The wine boasts abundant extract, but also crisp acidity in every measure to balance this out. The grapes are from 0.13ha of fairly young vines planted in red clay soils downslope from Chevalier-Montrachet. The extremely long finish suggests that this should be able to age for decades.