MERCUREY 1er Cru Les Naugues Domaine Raquillet 2022 vs MERCUREY Blanc 1er Cru Les Veleys Domaine Raquillet 2023

MERCUREY Blanc 1er Cru Les Veleys Domaine Raquillet 2023

35% new wood. The oak influence is more noticeable though it still easily allows the slightly exotic aromas of honeysuckle, white peach, passion fruit and citrus confit to be appreciated. There is very good size, weight and mid-palate density to the markedly rich and sappy medium-bodied flavors that aren’t nearly as mineral-driven though they are more complex on the bitter lemon-inflected finale where a touch of warm slowly emerges. This could easily be enjoyed immediately though a few years of keeping should help to better integrate the wood treatment.