Joseph Drouhin, Beaune Clos Mouches Blanc Size:6x750ml Sourced from 4ha of 65-year-old

Sourced from 4ha of 65-year-old vines on granitic soils in the lieu-dit of Les Bessards

I guess my palate needs to take a vacation

ordered according to growing level of intensity

with bits and pieces from Aux Saints Jacques

with grainy tannins and firm acidity

Joseph Drouhin, Beaune Clos Mouches Blanc Size:6x750ml Sourced from 4ha of 65-year-oldRipe aromas of apple and pear compote possess more prominent floral nuances along with hints of wood toast and just sliced fennel. There is very fine volume to the fleshy and plump flavors that also retain good precision thanks to a similar citrus tinged acid spine on the sneaky long finish. This is a wine of contrasts as the mid palate is rich to the point of opulence, yet the balance is impeccable. Note that this should drink well relatively early