2018 Michel Niellon Chassagne Champgains

Another pale colour but a little bit more evident energy on the nose. Racy, lime infused style, altogether tighter on the palate and less immediate flesh but good backbone and finish. This will need an extra year or two compared to Chenevottes or Maltroie. 93 points

Niellon`s 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Champs Gain is showing very well indeed, soaring from the glass with aromas of Anjou pear, toasted hazelnuts and citrus oil. On the palate, it`s medium to full-bodied layered and incisive, with racy acids, excellent depth at the core and a long, precise finish. 93 points

Flinty, smoky with good fruit intensity and a really lovely vigour and purpose to the fruit. Linear and defined yet with good fruit concentration. Should improve also. 16.5+ points