2018 White Burgundy

The 2018 vintage was something of a miracle for Jean-Michel Droin. Never in his career (which now spans half a century) had he seen such a combination of quality and bumper quantity. His 2018 Macon-Solutré Le Clos is characterised by sunny aromas of peach, pineapple and ripe citrus fruit. Raised exclusively in stainless steel, the palate feels rounded yet refreshing. In short, this is a great all-rounder – and not only for the cricket season. Drink now to 2021.
Will Heslop, Burgundy Buying Assistant (spring 2019)

Camille Paquet confirms his considerable talent with this, the second vintage of his Mâcon-Lugny Les Charmes. From a prime, southeast-facing parcel, it’s characterised by aromas of stone-fruit, and a ripe, round palate with a refreshing twist of lemon to finish. Seven months on the lees add body and complexity. A great apéritif and highly versatile food wine. Drink now to 2020.
Will Heslop, Burgundy Buying Assistant (spring 2019)

This is an elegant, mineral St Véran, which gives little indication of the long, dry summer that characterised the 2018 vintage. It was raised in stainless steel, rather than oak, and bottled early (in March 2019) to emphasise its vibrant acidity and fresh, white-fruit aromas. It will gain texture and complexity in bottle, but is tough to resist now as an apéritif, or perhaps paired with a Caesar salad. Drink now to 2022.
Will Heslop, Burgundy Buying Assistant (spring 2019)