2021 Domaine Villaine '1er Cru' Blanc Rully

Winemaker Notes:  When the universe sends harsh weather your way, what do you do? If you’re Pierre de Benoist, you make a pure and remarkably aromatic Chardonnay. Hailstorms destroyed much of the 2021 crop. So instead of producing six separate premier cru bottlings, he blended them together into a single cuvée, balancing each parcel’s unique character in a delicate harmony. Ripe pear plays against tart lemon curd, while the richness of the fruit contrasts with the well-defined mineral structure. A refined bitterness punctuates the long, elegant finish, promising that this blanc can be enjoyed for years to come. But you should open a bottle today; it absolutely dazzles now, so don’t miss this rare offering from Domaine de Villaine.