2017 Blanc Fumé de Pouilly AOC "Barre à Mine", Loire, France

Tart, rather restrained and surprisingly cool-looking, but deep and complex nose with vegetal and light yellow fruit notes, floral notes, a hint of elderberry and prominent mineral notes. Clear, polished, ripe and juicy fruit on the palate, vegetal, delicate yeasty and light floral aromas, very elegant acidity, full-bodied and creamy, good persistence, hint of elderberry in the background, very delicate buttery nuances, cumin behind, noticeable mineral notes, delicate style Grip, has deep, warm, creamy and also mineral and spicy finish with a certain alcoholic heat. Must mature a bit.

Best to drink: 2021-2030+. What our ratings mean