(from a 1.06 ha parcel planted in 1950). This too is quite earthy with the same dark cherry aromas though here there is a bit more breadth in the form of pepper and sauvage nuances. There is good...(read more)

Great feel. Some good intensity to the fruit but no fatness. Nicely fresh. Good drive and gentle grip of minerality. Citrus again, but there is some riper flesh in the middle. The limestone-heavy...(read more)

(from a 1.06 ha parcel planted in 1950). This is also relatively expressive and offers up aromas that are quite similar to those of the Clos des Hâtes but with hints of pepper in evidence. I like...(read more)

65 year -old vines - planted 1950. In terms of Olivier's reds, this is quite broad and firm and muscled - but still bright and firm with juicy fresh raspberryish acidity

(a .28 ha clos with vines that average ~45 years of age). An attractively fresh and ripe red berry fruit nose exhibits added breadth in the form of earth, pepper and distinct sauvage nuances. The...(read more)

A slightly riper blend features notes of various white orchard fruit, floral and more discreet citrus nuances. Despite the evident concentration and volume the medium-bodied flavors retain a fine...(read more)

The Clos de la Chatenière is just round the corner from the Meurgers des Dents de Chien, itself above le Montrachet. It has a more southerly aspect and comes across as a sunny wine with full ripe...(read more)

The name of the parcel apparently comes from the name of a Roman family that once lived here. You learn something new at every visit! A slightly greener look than the Chatenière, more floral on the nose...(read more)

Frionnes seems to be revelling in the conditions of 2015 - a mix of exciting brightness and freshness. Olivier says this tastes electric - which in discussion means he is thinking of the effect o...(read more)