Maucaillou Vintage:2000 This resembles closely the nose

This resembles closely the nose of the villages as the composition of the aromas is similar except here there is greater elegance and a bit more complexity as well

This is as elegant as the Frémiets with a really striking mélange of red and blue pinot fruit with violet and rose petal notes that marry into intensely mineral

violet and soft spice wisps

pure and relatively high-toned nose of citrus and floral elements that display a top note of lightly spiced pear

The finish adds a mustard-seed-like crunch and sizzle

Maucaillou Vintage:2000 This resembles closely the noseNot much left in the tank here, with more tart, than sweet fruits to accompany the tobacco, cedar, and leafy notes.