The 2010 Puligny-Montrachet Les Champs Canet is one of the more overt 2010s in this lineup. Floral, honeyed tones give the Champs Canet an element of voluptuousness and sheer viscosity. Although there was no botrytis in the fruit, there is an element of sweetness that gives the Champs Canet an exotic, at times, tropical air. I find considerable beauty in the glass, but I imagine the wine’s extroverted personality won’t appeal to everyone. According to Boillot yields in Champs Canet were down more than 50% in 2010. Anticipated maturity: 2013+. This is an impressive set of wines from Jean-Marc Boillot. The 2010s are very clearly marked by their terroirs, a departure from vintages such as 2009 and 2011, where the wines are less vivid. Boillot began harvesting on September 19th. Natural alcohols came in around 12.8%-13.2%, pretty much the same as in 2011.Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802

The 2010 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Champs Canet has a linear, direct, quite intense bouquet with just a slight reduction, opening up all the time with fresh pear, dewy green apple and subtle waxy notes in the background. The palate is well balanced with crisp acidity, fine tension, rather Meursault-like in style with orange zest and freshly sliced pear towards the tense finish. This is an accomplished wine from Boillot and should drink well for a number of years.