Domaine Jacques Carillon Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Macherelles

Saturday Evening with Robin (Sutherland Farm) : Rather developed nose, with a broad palate, some minerals, but relatively short and lacks depth. Seems slightly flawed.

Saturday Evening with Robin (Sutherland Farm) : 2nd Bottle: Mid golden, again some development but more engaging with button mushroom, yellow peach and smear of honey. Slightly subdue on the entry but has a gorgeous oatmeal breadth to the mid-palate and textural richness typical of 2009. All this is balanced beautifully by an incisive acidity that gives tension to the mid-palate. Flavours of lemon, walnut and cling peach join spice and toast from oak, adding complexity. There is a racy …

This is the second bottle from this case.The first was a bit flat and dull, and quite concerning at £50, but this is the real deal. Great citrus notes, perfect balance and a fabulous length!