2022 Francois Carillon Bourgogne Cote d'Or Chardonnay [D94][JM87-90]

Producer: Francois Carillon  
Region: Burgundy, France  
Varietal: Chardonnay 
Year: 2022 

Decanter, 94 Points 

"*TOP VALUE* Abundant ripe apple, hawthorn flowers, butter and spice aromas. Dense but not heavy, with plenty of balancing acidity. The grapes come from a half-hectare of old vines outside the Puligny village appellation area near the border with Meursault. Superb: an excellent option for a Puligny lookalike crafted with care and precision." 

Jasper Morris, 87-90 Points 

"Within Femelottes, old vines on riparia. Early and aromatic. A fullish yellow, with a more immediate ripe grape bouquet than the regular. Opulent for a generic Bourgogne yet with class. The power on the palate is impressive, with a huge weight in the middle and at the back. At least the intensity of a village wine. Not for those looking for elegance, but superb in its own style. Drink from 2025-2028." 

Burghound, 

"A discreet if still easily perceptible application of wood sets off slightly riper though still fresh aromas of just sliced apple, lemon-lime and a floral top note. The richer and slightly more concentrated medium weight flavors also possess a lovely texture on the balanced finish that isn't quite as complex but it is longer. I suspect that more depth will develop if this is allowed a few years of keeping and overall, this is warmly recommended.*Burghound Outstanding Top Value!*" 

Alcohol: 13% 

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