2018 Domaine Thomas Collardot Puligny Montrachet Derriere la Velle

Just below Paupillot (east) and similarly just north of the township of Puligny Montrachet on the left hand side as one drives from Meursault. Lighter on its feet, more detailed and delicate. Preserved lemon, lavender, honeysuckle and passionfruit vibrancy. A little mandarin oil unfurls in the glass. The palate is mineral and saline (a little less than the au Paupillot) with a little more fruit on the palate and perhaps even another layer of complexity in the form of sweet spice. Again, brilliant minerality and structure but just a little more hidden behind some remaining puppy fat. -Jono Hersey, FWC Pretty and more floral-inflected aromas are comprised by notes of tangerine peel, lavender and poached pear. There is very good vibrancy to the attractively detailed medium weight flavors that possess a caressing mouthfeel, all wrapped in a markedly dry but not really austere finale. This too is a very good Puligny villages and worth your interest. 89-91 points, outstanding. Allen Meadows, The Burghound