Philippe le Hardi Mercurey 1er Cru Les Puillets 2022 cavallotto unsurprisingly giving the spicy notes

unsurprisingly giving the spicy notes (sandalwood

it is expected this wine will drink particularly well at 10 to 15 years of age

sweetness and suppleness

The Blanc de Blancs 2015 is notable for its very pale gold hue

A classic side of Caol Ila (Peat but not too peaty

Philippe le Hardi Mercurey 1er Cru Les Puillets 2022 cavallotto unsurprisingly giving the spicy notesA beautifully crafted expression of Cte Chalonnaise Pinot Noir, drawn from one of Mercureys most historic and well exposed premier cru sites. The warm and generous 2022 vintage brings a seductive purity of fruit: ripe cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry ripple from the glass, supported by subtle floral notes and a whisper of sweet spice. The chteaus gentle extraction and carefully judged oak (around one third new) give the wine its trademark