Thienot Cuvee Alain Thienot 2002 (750ML)

93 WE / 92 WS / 17- JR

Only produced in the best years, such as 2002, this is a 60-40 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Grand Cru vineyards. This intense wine is well-balanced and packed with fruit tones, yet seems to be just approaching maturity. It is full, generous and tightly textured. Drink now and until 2025. - Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast

Lively and well-knit, this is backed by vibrant acidity that drives flavors of baked pear, grated ginger, marzipan and lemon curd. Fresh and accessible, with a creamy finish. Drink now through 2021. 1,000 cases made. - Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator

60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir from estate-grown grapes. Firm golden colour. Very powerful spicy nose - almost a hint of oak! Broad shouldered and confident, with a strong grapefruit-pith bitterness. A patina of toasted hazelnut over rich lemon fruit. Some sweetness on the finish, which seems to be a small falter in its bold graceful stride. It does fall away a little more quickly that I'd like. But there is still a lot there and provides a glassful of pleasure. - Tamlyn Currin, JancisRobinson .com