Jean Marc Vincent Auxey-Duresses, "Les Hautés", 2021

Citrus, Floral and Buttery

"The 2021 Auxey-Duresses Blanc Les Hautés is one of the standouts this year, as is so often the case, unfurling in the glass with aromas of pear, lemon and lime zest mingled with notions of white flowers and buttery pastry. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, it's deep and concentrated, with racy acids and an elegantly muscular profile. It's a terrific effort that transcends the vintage." - Robert Parker 92/100 points

• Decanter 92/100
• Ageing: 15months French oak

Cellaring: Drink now to 2045

BEHIND THE WINE

With methods in the vineyard that more prestigious wineries are now starting to replicate, Jean-Marc and Anne-Marie Vincent have set the benchmark for Chardonnay in the region with a clear commitment to quality over quantity . These include high-density planting, raised canopies and the absence of anything resembling a tractor. While this may be one of the smaller wineries in the region, it is also one of the most exciting.