Philippe Pacalet, Meursault Charmes Vintage:2017 -- Ian D'Agata

-- Ian D'Agata

fresh bread and spices

The 2018 Massetino is Merlot with a dash of Cabernet Franc that makes all the difference in terms of the wine's aromatic precision and its overall staying power

black cherry flavored finish

ripe tannins

Philippe Pacalet, Meursault Charmes Vintage:2017 -- Ian D'Agata(from Charmes Dessus). There is a vaguely leesy character to the otherwise fresh aromas of citrus rind, floral, pear and a whisper of wood. There is excellent intensity to the delicious and nicely detailed flavors that exude a subtle minerality on the bone dry finish that is also a bit attenuated. This too is going to need at least a few years to unwind and better flesh out.