2022, Domaine de Villaine, RULLY, 1er Cru, 'Montpalais', BIODomaine notes: Even though the young Rully 1er Cru Monpalais vine is practically located in the heart of the Premiers Crus hill and benefits from a rather hot climate, we perceive on the nose a surprising aromatic freshness. This Montpalais 2022 is less exuberant than usual, more fine with floral notes that are very pleasant to smell, all wrapped up by a subtle presence of oak, very ethereal and floral. The palate remains fresh, almost caressing and

deep and vibrant

and the deft

Softly brushed tannins that are barely there

petals and violets

but this will fade with time (and bottling)

grapefruit and lemon zest scent nose

The medium-bodied palate has a touch of bitterness on the entry and light black fruit with a linear finish that leans towards the drier side

Extra in the mouth – extra complex

the 2021 Smith Haut Lafitte offers up aromas of blackberries

Lignier's 2022 Chambolle-Musigny Vieilles Vignes offers up aromas of dark berries

with a hint of vanilla from the oak

First vintage in the new cellars