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Nice density of fruit, cherries, strawberries and a very enticing 2021 spice that reminds me of fresh black amber plums. Light oak and just right tannins, this is very approachable and enjoyable. I followed this wine over 4 days. The wine put on weight and gained in density with time and tasted even better. Bought more. 591 bottles produced. Wax capsules starting in 2021. (34 views)

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Very young and tight on day one with piercing acidity. On day four, this has expanded a bit to show intense Meyer lemons, white fruits, and oak. The oak tannins impart a bitter taste, but the fruit behind is gorgeous. 95+ potential when this integrates its oak and expands in 4-6 years. Hands off in the meantime. I will buy more if I find any bottles. (118 views)

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The Pucelles is subtle and elegant compared to the Clos de la Mouchère, the oak not as obvious. The citrus and white fruits are long and focused and linger and never quit. The salinity adds an extra dimension that amplifies the texture and wraps the flavors. beauty and recommended. 96+ (454 views)

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Amazing density of citrus and white fruits. Sweet and spherical in the mouth with great salinity and acidity driving the long finish and giving you no choice but to come back for more. The toasty oak is well balanced. This could be the best young Clos de la Mouchère that I have tasted. Highly recommended. (677 views)

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Orchard fruits and a little citrus on the nose against the oyster shells of a Chablis. The oak is barely noticeable, mostly as a source of a little tannic bitterness. Creamy on the palate with bright acidity balancing all the elements and driving the medium-long finish. This bottle was sent to me by mistake instead of the 2021 Clos des Perrieres that I had ordered, and I enjoyed it without reservation. (137 views)

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I really liked this wine when I first tasted it last year for its bright acidity and creamy texture. The acidity is still there, but the texture has faded a bit, which is probably expected, but I miss it. The 2020s are shedding their baby fat (body) and moving towards being lean and precise. I was not expecting this to happen this soon, but here it is, and I love it. This is already very focused with its citrus and minerals and remnants of oak. Excellent. (280 views)

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Where it lacks in color depth and glycerin compared to many 2020s, this wine makes up for in inner mouth perfume and energy. They managed to retain perfect acidity, which gives the aromatics an extra push at the finish that calls for another pour. The tannins are fine and the wood faint but noticeable still, but none of that interferes with the enjoyment. A beauty. (282 views)

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Detailed cherries and violets lifted by well-judged stems. Sweet and saline on the palate, which is a good thing, because the tannins are almost invisible, and this would be too sweet without the extra salinity. Great acidity and creamy mouthfeel. This will merit a higher score when the wine expands, as the aromatics are lovely. (224 views)

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Great acidity and fruit on entry. Cherries, olives, minerals. Fine tannins. Great mid-palate, but saline and quiet on the finish. This will deserve a higher score if/when it expands. I like that this could be called approachable in the context of Northern Rhone. (2248 views)

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Citrus and citrus blossom. Great acidity and very long on the finish. The oak is not intrusive. Young today, needs 4-6 years. (194 views)

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This has put on weight and some honey has emerged. Amazing intensity. The tangerine peel note still dominates on the palate. (1510 views)

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The wine starts with reductive notes mixed with minerals and spicy green plums. Lovely mouthfeel and intensity. I like this wine better than the '21 Caillerets for drinking today, but both need more time. (471 views)

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The oak is less intrusive today and the beautiful ripe fruit balances really well with ripe stem notes. Nice acidity. This is lovely and worth your attention. Bought a few more bottles. 94+ (208 views)

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Very concentrated cherries and flowers, rose petal, in particular, and a very mild licorice note at the finish that adds intrigue. Beautiful balance and extra tension from the acidity. The abundant fruit suppresses any perception of oak or tannins, so this is approachable right now. Fantastic wine. 95+ (136 views)

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This wine continues to evolve at a snail's pace. Brilliant red fruit accompanied by olives, herbs, brine and very mild tannins. This is not too aggressive to drink today, but you need to have a taste for all the stem greenery and spices which should integrate in due time. (1759 views)

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