Jean-Pierre et Michel Auvigue

Vieilles Vignes Pouilly-Fuissé Chardonnay

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Pouilly-Fuissé, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
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Gerhard Ziemer

Amazing how a magnum ages.... This 1996 that I was worried had long passed its prime is absolutely stunning, and held up all evening. Plenty of still sweet, vibrant pear and apple fruit with creamy brioche notes. Balanced acidity still too.... Amazing.

Amazing how a magnum ages.... This 1996 that I was worried had long passed its prime is absolutely stunning, and held up all evening. Plenty of still sweet, vibrant pear and apple fruit with creamy brioche notes. Balanced acidity still too.... Amazing.

Nov 5th, 2015