Paul Pillot, Saint Aubin Charmois Blanc

Paul Pillot, Saint Aubin Charmois BlancThis too has enough sulfur on the nose to mask the underlying fruit. The rounder and slightly less mineral driven medium bodied flavors possess very good energy while offering just a bit more complexity on the lingering, balanced and refreshingly dry finale.

like Voerzio's other Barolos

Patience will be required

the fruit is often sensational

its only competition is the Asili Red Label

one of the main objectives is to improve the knowledge of their vineyards

expresses an elegant style of Leoville Barton

Finishes on a resonating pear note

sea breeze

As one would reasonably expect

Still a deep ruby color that displays only a touch of lightening at the rim and that impression of youthfulness is reinforced by the distinctly earthy nose that exhibits moderate secondary development but certainly no sous bois

as I've written before

Sound acids and suave but firm-edged tannins give this excellent balance