Deep, lemon pith color with brilliant reflections. Blazing acidity and chalky texture construct a lovely frame for this decidedly classic, medium-bodied wine. Oyster shell, plaster and digestive cracker abound on the nose. Mirabelle, white peach and a faint touch of crème fraiche hit the palate. The medium finish—with a simultaneously tugging and supple texture—confirms the wine’s Premier Cru stature. Drink now to 2018.

— Published (8/27/2012)