2015 Chassagne-Montrachet Blanc 1. Cru Caillerets Blain-Gagnard Magnum

Here the nose plays right on the edge of reduction though it's sufficiently subtle to easily allow the spiced pear, floral and citrus aromas to be appreciated. There is fine richness and volume to the unusually full-bodied flavors that exhibit a touch less minerality than usual yet there is impressive persistence. This is perhaps a bit less refined than usual but it lacks none of its typical class.

Pale to mid straw, The nose has some fully ripe elements to it, in quite a plush juicy style. Medium plus bodied, some orange blossom, the sunshine does show but in an attractive way. A bit heavy handed with the oak at the finish.

Light and fresh. Very racy. Lifted and very Cailleret. A real flirt. Great stuff. Drink 2023- 2029 .

A big, opulent white, packed with lemon, peach, baking spice and mineral flavors, backed by vibrant acidity, with a finish that goes on and on. There is a lot of complexity and nuance here in addition to power. Best from 2020 through 2030. From France.-B.S.