A wine of real stature and distinction, the 2022 Les Birbettes is simply magnificent. Sourced from a single hectare of 100-year-old vines on limestone soils that should by all rights be a premier cru (but for it’s high elevation), this is the definition of a thoroughbred Chardonnay. Mesmerizing aromatics range from pristine minerality to head-turning floral tones to ripe tree fruits, all delivered with pitch-perfect intensity. The palate is pure drive and energy, impeccably harmonious from start to finish. Oyster shell, citrus oil, and baked pear weave seamlessly across a sculpted foundation of firm acidity and shimmering texture, the barrel fermentation giving it an additional layer of weight and viscosity. It’s certainly a singular Pouilly-Fuissé that ranks with the appellation’s best, and it’s arguably the most compelling wine of our November trip to Burgundy.
96 points, Andrew Kitz, B-21 Burgundy Buyer (Jan 2025)
The 2022 Pouilly-Fuissé Les Birbettes contains parcels of vine from before the war and half a hectare planted after phylloxera. It has another enticing bouquet, quite complex and minerally, light oyster shell scents and a light touch of mint. The palate is well balanced with a keen line of acidity, fresh and taut, commendable depth with a slightly viscous finish. This is superb.
93 points, Neal Martin, Vinous (Aug 2024)
Once again the nose is dominated by reductive and wood notes. As is usually the case, there is a bit more size, weight and power to the broad-shouldered flavors that possess fine mid-palate density while displaying excellent length on the sappy and youthfully austere finale where the only nit is a hint of warmth. This wine seemingly always ages exceptionally well and the 2022 version should be no exception. *Outstanding*
91-93 points, Allen Meadows, Burghound (Oct 2024)
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