Denis Marchais Vouvray 2002

Denis Marchais Vouvray 2002: A very pale hue, almost clear in fact. I expected something a little richer given the vintage. Plenty of fresh character on the nose though, which has pear and white peach fruit, over a stony, mineral layer, with a floral, acacia element as well. Medium sweet on the palate, and absolutely packed with ripe pear and stone fruit flavours, and a fair amount of acidity - enough to say this wine actually deserves a year or two in the cellar, and will probably drink well for more than a few more years after that. Good persistent length, with a creamy twist on the finish. Good, potentially very good. (12/12/03)