2018 Benjamin Leroux Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy
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B18305V18
Screwcap. A mini-Meursault, this is also the first Leroux Bourgogne drawn almost entirely from Estate fruit (about 90%). The vineyards are Les Millerands, Sous la Velle and Les Belles Côtes, with each parcel well sited on the Côte. Unlike the vast majority of Bourgogne—which typically hails from the plains below the D974—Leroux’s vines are grown on limestone-rich terroirs above the main road. The Meursault fruit was supplemented with some 10% from the Hautes-Côtes this year. It was mostly raised in 12-hectolitre foudres for 12 months before finishing its élevage in stainless steel for four months. As always, this punches well above its weight. There’s terrific generosity but it’s also matched by sappy, juicy drive and length.
Mix of stainless steel for 20%, then foudres of 12hl and a bit in normal barrel. Barrel because not enough foudres, and tank because not enough barrels! It was still in barrel in December 2019 because it was continuing to refine. Fine pale colour with a light green tint. This is a lean and hungry Bourgogne Blanc yet with considerable flesh behind and unusually persistent.
88 points Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy
The first BB to be drawn entirely from estate fruit, all located on limestone-rich soil. 12 hl foudres for 12 months, then finished in stainless steel for four months.
Cool feel to the wine with green melon and white peach, a subtle mint and floral perfume, and distinct creamy almond character. It’s silky and glossy, but fresh, the almond character most pleasant, subtle powdery texture, and a clean finish of good length. It’s polished, but stylish, and lovely to drink.
91 pts - Gary Walsh, Drink 2020-2025+; $76.50
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | White Wine |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne |
| Varietals | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 91 |
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