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"Creamy and rich, with vibrant apple, ripe citrus, white berry and currant flavors that are focused and refined. Plush midpalate, with a lingering finish of ripe spice and mineral. Lusciously elegant."

This wine was named #37 of Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2012.

"Very balanced and lively, with well-defined flavors of red peach, melon, baked apple and spice. Well-concentrated, with a long, luscious, cream- and vanilla-filled finish. Mouthwatering."

"The outstanding 2009 Pouilly-Fuisse Les Petites Bruyeres possesses the texture, fullness and richness of a premier cru white Burgundy from the Cote d’Or. Aged completely in cement tanks, it exhibits lots of honeysuckle, orange rind, citrus oil, quince and honeysuckle characteristics. Full-bodied with loads of fruit and acidity, it should drink nicely for 2-3 years." -Robert Parker

"This is vivid, generous and focused to a point, offering pear, orange cream and apricot flavors that linger deftly."

"Very polite, delicate aromas of lemon, pear and yellow flowers; very Chassagne. The palate offers an almost surprising sucrosite, especially as harmonious acidity gives an early tightness to the concentrated flavors of peach, pear and flowers. Notes of green apple and mint give the wine a very youthful quality. Not yet especially deep, but finishes with lovely length." Reviewed by Stephen Tanzer.

"The 2011 Chablis Vaillons takes hold of the palate and never lets up. It boasts gorgeous persistence in an understated style that is hugely appealing. The 20% oak is very nicely integrated."

"Light on its feet, delivering intense flavors of apple, lemon, butterscotch and clove. The flavors build on the palate, with an undercurrent of vibrant acidity, to a long, spicy aftertaste."

"This crisp white leads with lemon and brine flavors, but hints of peach emerge on the bright, juicy palate. Tart enough to need food—and complement it."

"A gorgeous effort, the 2012 Domaine de Chevalier, made from a blend of 70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Semillon that reached 13.5% natural alcohol, boasts abundant notes of creme brulee, lemon custard, candle wax and oranges in its beautifully rich, honeyed personality. Great acidity gives laser-like precision to its component parts. Drink this full-bodied white wine over the next 2-3 decades." -Robert Parker