Puligny Folatieres En la Richarde, Etienne Sauzet 2018

A hint of exoticism can be found on the passion fruit, jasmine tea and apple compote aromas that exhibit a pretty floral top note. There is a beguiling sense of energy to the delineated and overtly mineral-inflected flavors that possess a highly appealing mouthfeel while delivering outstanding depth and length on the chalky finish. This is sufficiently structured to reward mid-term cellaring but should also drink well young.

Bursting from the glass with scents of pear, honeycomb, white flowers and toasty new oak, the 2018 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatières En la Richarde is medium to full-bodied, satiny and enveloping, with a textural, gourmand profile that's underpinned by succulent acids. This is one of the more dramatic, sun-kissed whites in the Sauzet portfolio this year, while remaining nicely balanced.