2022 Domaine Barraud Pouilly-Fuisse En Buland Old Vine Wine [Critics 90+ Rated]
Original price was: 78,09 $.19,54 $Current price is: 19,54 $.
Description
Domaine Barraud En Buland Chardonnay 2022: A Masterpiece of Old Vine Complexity
If you’re seeking a sophisticated white Burgundy that defies expectations without sacrificing quality, Domaine Barraud’s En Buland Chardonnay 2022 is your ideal choice. Despite its northeastern slope location near Solutré’s iconic rock—disqualifying it from Premier Cru status—this wine showcases exceptional depth and character rooted in its heritage of over 90-year-old vines planted in 1934 at an impressive density of 10,000 per hectare.
Crafted from some of France’s oldest Chardonnay vines in Pouilly-Fuissé’s Maconnais region, this wine delivers a captivating aroma profile blending citrus brightness with earthy complexity. Expect lush notes of blood orange and peach skin intertwined with fennel’s herbal freshness and wildflower elegance—a testament to its unique terroir-driven minerality from stony soils kissed by cool morning sun.
On the palate, En Buland balances opulence and precision flawlessly: a honeyed texture meets vibrant acidity for a tension-rich finish that lingers endlessly. While critics praise its “large-bodied” richness akin to viscous silk (Burghound), it avoids rusticity through refined structure—a hallmark of Daniel Barraud’s meticulous winemaking style. Vinous highlights its “exquisite balance,” making it both approachable now and primed for aging in your cellar thanks to its profound concentration and acidity backbone (13.5% alcohol).
This standout wine offers remarkable value among top-tier white Burgundies, standing out for its layered complexity at an accessible price point. Whether enjoyed young with roasted seafood or cellared for future decadence, En Buland exemplifies Domaine Barraud’s commitment to crafting wines of exceptional quality from lesser-recognized sites—a hidden gem for Burgundy enthusiasts seeking rarity without compromise.
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