Rully, Blanc, Clos du Chaigne, 1er Cru, 2021
A little less new oak used in 2023 means this is especially expressive, with white fruits, white berries and lemon balm. Where there’s been a richness to Chaigne in the past, now this is rendered with more structure and architecture, with fruit filling the gaps. The grip and focus add to the sense of purity and drive. Quite possibly the best yet. A due east-facing vineyard on clay-dominated limestone soils.
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.