Les Heritiers Saint-Genys, Santenay Blanc 2020

96 points James Suckling
"Seriously concentrated for this village, with near-perfect ripeness, excellent structure and seamless harmony. Only at the end do you feel the fine tannins very slightly, as they give the long, chalky and salty finish a final push. A cuvee of wines from Sous les Roche and Combe Dessus. From grapes that were sustainably grown, with no use of herbicides. Drink or hold."

Vinous Reverie Notes
This white is a blend of two climats from the terroir of Santenay: ‘Sous la roche’ (under the rock) said to be one of the best slopes to grow Chardonnay, due in part to its chalky clay marl soils and southerly aspect and ‘Comme Dessus’ i.e. just to the other side of the 1er Cru of La Comme. Vines are 30-40 years of age. Harvest is by hand with grapes sorted in the vineyard. Tasting notes: Wonderfully bright and pure on the nose, flavors are long and complex with a hint of pithy white grapefruit adding freshness. Well-balanced, ripe fruit but not at all heavy rather fresh and vital with a lovely long finish. Food Pairing: An indulgent aperitif that can continue as you dine, perfect with a really good fish pie or free-range roast chicken.