Alain Chavy’s 7 hectares cover some of the most prestigious Puligny Premier Crus and with a restrained style that focuses on purity of fruit
A 50/50 blend of Roussanne and Bourboulenc
described by Camille Rodier as “le roi des bons-vivants” (“the king of the bon vivants”)
it also pairs beautifully with truffled veal
lime‑tinged orchard fruits with hints of melted wax and subtle spice
Mercurey Blanc 'La Brigadière', Domaine François Raquillet, 2022 Carménère Alain Chavy’s 7 hectares coverBright and expressive, Raquillet's 2022 Mercurey Blanc is generous and rounded, yet lifted by a clean line of acidity that keeps everything fresh and focused. The finish is smooth, with a lovely balance of fruit, texture and subtle minerality. There are certainly contenders in the Cte dOr, but head a little further south into Mercurey and one name stands out: Franois Raquillet crafting thoughtful, characterful wines that consistently over perform. The