Philippe Pacalet

Philippe Pacalet, Corton Charlemagne 2011

By Steen Öhman August 15, 2012 -

The Corton Charlemagne 2011 is a classical white Corton. In the nose fine ripe fruit, with notes of melon, pear, citrus and chalk. On the palate a quite lush fruit, but also a strong mineralic backbone and a fresh and zappy acidity. A lovely classic and balanced wine in the making. Very Fine (92 - …

Philippe Pacalet, Puligny Montrachet 2011

By Steen Öhman August 11, 2012 -

The Puligny-Montrachet 2011 is a wonderfully fresh wine. In the bouquet fresh apple and pear aromas, with citrus notes - grapefruit and lemon. On the palate crisp and elegant fruit and minerality. Very good balance and a juicy expression of the fruit. Very Good (88 - 90p) CASK Tasted …

Philippe Pacalet, Chassagne Montrachet 2011

By Steen Öhman August 6, 2012 -

The Chassagne-Montrachet is a lovely balanced wine. In the bouquet pear and citrus with a slight hint of hazelnuts. On the palate lovely fresh acidity, good balance and length. The midpalate concentration is good, with lovely pure fruit aromas. Quite delightful. Very Good (87 - 89p) CASK Tasted …

Philippe Pacalet, Ruchotte Chambertin 2011

By Steen Öhman August 4, 2012 -

The Ruchotte Chambertin is very accessible and ready to taste. In the nose layers of fine red pinot aromas - raspberries, cherries - spiced with cinnamon and allspice. On the palate very long and refined, with a lovely juicy jelly pinot fruit. A lovely play between the delicate pinot flavors and the …

Philippe Pacalet, Charmes Chambertin 2011

By Steen Öhman August 3, 2012 -

The Charmes Chambertin is currently quite reduced in the nose, thus difficult to taste. In the bouquet some elements of raspberries and strawberries. On the palate layers of sweet ripe pinot fruit. A juicy wine with a good depth and length. A very fine pinot in the making. Very Fine (92 - 94p) …