Rully, Blanc, Clos du Chaigne, 1er Cru, 2021
The east facing Clos du Chaigne receives 20% new barrels, which suit the extra dimension and depth that the richer soils here invariably provide. Excellent definition on the nose, a textured, round attack, and lovely inner energy. A similar teardrop shape to the village wine, but magnified and with extra tension throughout. A bottle of 2002 enjoyed in November 2025 was still full of peps – this is clearly a site that can produce wines to age.
critic reviews
The 2021 Rully Clos de Chaigne 1er Cru Blanc, matured in 25% new oak, has a lovely bouquet with fine delineation, much more mineralité than the Clos la Folie and apple blossom and wet limestone scents. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the entry, with hints of rosewater complementing the citrus fruit and ample weight and persistence on the finish. Excellent.