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93-94 Points - Wine Advocate, December 2008
"Jean-Charles Le Bault de Martray has established a singular track record for wine from a single large parcel in the heart of the original Charlemagne vineyards of Corton. His distinctive methods typically include separate fermentation of each vineyard block; a year in barrel with late summer malolactic; and a full six months on the fine lees in tank, in which state I tasted his 2006 Corton-Charlemagne. An architect by training, Le Bault de Martray values -brightness, precision and proportionality- and it is easy to see those virtues exemplified in this wine, characterized by clarity, subtlety, firmness of structure, and sheer refreshment unusual for the vintage. Scents of fresh lime, heliotrope and white peach usher in a subtly-creamy yet persistently bright and juicy display of continued citrus, peach, and inner-mouth floral notes. Airy and elegant, this finishes almost delicately but tenaciously. Le Bault de Martray cautions that his Corton-Charlemagne virtually uniformly -shuts down- for several years soon after bottling. I would recommend planning on revisiting this 2006 in 3-5 years and it should repay at least an additional decade's bottle maturation. The palpable extract and depth of sweet-saline, savor in the 2005 put it in a similar league and in line for a similarly long life." -David Schildknecht

94 Points - Wine Spectator, June 2009
"A whiff of chalk dust, along with a vanilla note, introduces this intense white. Flavors of peach, grapefruit and oak spice persist through the finish, with a mineral streak. Powerful and balanced, with a lingering aftertaste. Best from 2011 through 2024. 450 cases imported." -Bruce Sanderson

"Mâcon-Lugny Les Charmes - grape variety 100% chardonnay. The cream of La Cave de Lugny. Clean and fresh on the palate, it has floral and fruity aromas and a hint of lemon. Golden green in colour when young, this wine is dry and rich, almost creamy. Its slightly spicy flavour and its structure put it on equal footing with the best Mâconnais wines." -Burgundy Eye

WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
The vineyard of Rully is located in the south of cote de Beaune on clayey-chalky soils. The wine is fermented and aged in oak barrels during 12 months in old arched cellar.Aromas of peach and apricot on both nose and palate. This wine is delicate and perfumed with a rich and pleasant final. Serve with fish, shellfish or goat cheese.

89 Points - Burghound, October 2008
“A ripe and notably complex nose features ripe green fruit, oyster shell, algae and a saline component that is also picked up by the pure, intense and energetic flavors with cuts-like-a-knife precision on the minerally finish that boasts plenty of underlying tension. Terrific quality at this level and this too is recommended.” -Allen Meadows

Rating and review for previous vintage:

88 Points - Wine Spectator, June 30, 2009
"This lively white has fine balance and attractive flavors of peach, legume and grapefruit. Full-bodied and rich, with a lingering finish. Drink now. 900 cases imported." -Bruce Sanderson

"Founded in 1988 in the village of Fuisse in Burgundy, this unique wine estate covers an area of 12 hectares producing predominantly old vine Chardonnay. The unique business partnership between winemaker Philippe Greffet and the dynamic Thierry Nouvel is fuelled by their passion for winemaking with minimal intervention. Together they are producing world class, award- winning Pouilly-Fuisse, Saint Veran and Macon Rouge." -The Importer

Another Sophia Gilliat selection, Thierry & Philippe make outrageously good Pouilly Fuisse and St. Veran. A must taste! Subtle and powerful. The elegance of this wine is immediately apparent through its clear brilliant yellow color and green reflections. Best served chilled as an aperitif or throughout a meal.

Transparent straw color. Very appealing aromas, apples and white fruit plus a distinct but rational oak component that reads as toasted hazelnuts. Nicely balanced and complex, a stylish Pouilly-Fuissé.

86-89 Points - Burghound, October 2008
“A subtle touch of wood sets off ripe acacia and green fruit aromas that complement rich, round and opulent flavors that possess good volume on the sappy, tangy and discreetly stony finish. This will drink well early.” -Allen Meadows

"100% Barrel fermentation (10% new oak barrels / 90% barrels aged 1, 2 and 3 years). Maturing on fine lees for 8 months. Pale golden yellow in color with an intense, fine, and fresh bouquet. Fragrances of white fruits and flowers. On the palate the wine is very well balanced, elegant, long persistence. Situated at the top of the hill bordering Mercurey, this vineyard, planted on a soil full of limestone, produces a very crisp, fine and elegant wine." -The Domaine