Clemens Busch, Marienburg 'Fahrlay-Terrassen' Riesling Trocken GG 2020 vs Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru 'Sous Frétille', Maison Pierre Meurgey 2022
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| Availability | Out of stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | — | £54.90 |
| Current stockists | — | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Clemens Busch | Pierre Meurgey |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Riesling | Chardonnay |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Clemens Busch, Marienburg 'Fahrlay-Terrassen' Riesling Trocken GG 2020
Clemens and his wife Rita are the charming and humble couple behind Clemens Busch, a winery that has gained a cult following over the past three decades for their laser-sharp, richly textured, terroir-defined wines. Among the first German winemakers to embrace organic farming in 1984, their estate fully transitioned to biodynamic production in 2005. They are members of the prestigious VDP organisation of the top producers in Germany.
Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru 'Sous Frétille', Maison Pierre Meurgey 2022
“Limpid colour, lime-flecked, with a bright, high-toned nose of apple skin, mirabelle, fresh almonds and acacia blossoms. Palate is focussed and energetic, the oak well absorbed, crunchy pear fruit and notes of beeswax and acacia honey lead to a juicy, sapid finish. Pernand is perennially under-rated but the quality here is undeniable and the value point exceptional. We missed out on getting an allocation of the 2021 but are delighted to have cases to offer this year. It comes highly recommended." Tom Harrow, Head Wine Guru Pierre Meurgey's Sous Frétille comes from an elevated, sunny site, at the top of the hill overlooking Pernand that was promoted to Premier Cru status (for whites) from the 2000 vintage onwards. The vines get plenty of sun but the height ensures a cooler fruit profile. Our second vintage from Pierre, who divides his time between vineyards in Macon and the Cote d’Or, the latter being made in Château de Bligny, formerly the winemaking base of Jane Eyre. Pierre characterises 2022 has having “ ripeness and preserved freshness" . He suggests that despite the hot year the wines do not have the same concentration as 2020 - which were more forced because of the early harvest, and instead show a greater natural balance, being made from “ happy fruit ” as he puts it. He notes the wines have gained more body during élévage but retain a fresher style than normal solar vintages.
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