Côte de Beaune 2018

Jean-Marc Boillot is the grandson of one Puligny-Montrachet’s greatest producers, Etienne Sauzet. He inherited a stunning array of vineyards, which are now run by his daughter Lydie, and her husband, François. They make this village wine from seven parcels scattered throughout the commune: in 2018 it is taut and full of energy.

Really pure and savoury, wonderful citrus fruit, and there's a density, too. Length unfurls with layers of flavour: citrus and flowers, and spearmint and ginger. This is outstanding. More open than usual at this point.

From the Meursault side of the village, touching Meursault’s Charmes. This is very Chardonnay in character, with notes of oatmeal and wild flowers. Finessed and pure, it’s a complex premier cru.

The Champ Canet vineyard takes its name from an historic owner, M. Canet, and is situated quite high up the slope. Notes of gunflint and wild flowers, as well as a super savoury, mouthwatering finish. This is noble and restrained. Brilliant.

A well-situated premier cru, bordering Volnay and Les Rugiens-Bas, one of Pommard’s finest sites. Creamy and intense, with mineral lift and herbal top notes. There’s energy and salinity, and tons of finesse on the finish.

From a premier cru regarded as elegant even for Volnay, Delicate and fresh, with notes of red berry and grapefruit. Beautifully poised, and very long indeed.