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Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider, 90 points. 2021 Vintage Tasted: May 2022 The property lost 30% of their crop due to frost damage. The wine they were able to produce is medium-bodied, soft, fresh and forward, with a lean to the spicy, red plum and earthy side of the style range. This is a fine, well-priced, early drinking charmer. Drink from 2023-2035.   #BORD    

Falstaff 93 points. "Deep dark ruby in colour with purple reflections, and subtle brightening on the rim. On the nose a developed bouquet of sweet cherry, ripe plum, a touch of fig and candied orange zest, On the palate, the wine has pronounced, supporting tannins, with notes of sweet fig, dark nougat and a sweet, chocolatey finish which tends towards a riper, late harvest style with less freshness."   "Alluring freshness and minerality here with a touch of white pepper, walnut husk, sweet spices, iron and savory plums. Fresh and textured with firm tannins and an extensive finish. Reserved, traditional and pretty classic....

Rose petals and raspberry leaf aromatics, crushed and fragrant. This is delicious, with slate backed redcurrant and raspberry fruit, clear texture and grace, upward lift through the palate, jewel like in colour, easy to approach and yet with clear ageing ability, great quality. Juicy and mouthwatering finish, a wonderful testament to the easy beauty of these less renowed Burgundy appelations. 1.5ha for the 1er Cru, set across three plots, Les Vercots, Les Guérets and Les Valozières. A hot year where harvest took place August 23 to 29, fully completed before September even began. Bottled unfiltered, with 15% whole bunch...

The Chapuis Aloxe-Corton 2017 exemplifies the pinnacle of Burgundy winemaking, meticulously crafted in the esteemed Aloxe-Corton appellation. Produced by the venerable Chapuis family, whose legacy spans generations, this vintage showcases a harmonious blend of Pinot Noir grapes sourced from premier vineyards. Hand-harvested and gently pressed, the grapes undergo fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving their delicate nuances. Aging for 18 months in French oak barrels imparts subtle tannins and a refined structure, while allowing the wine’s intrinsic flavours to flourish. The 2017 vintage is renowned for...

Decanter 93 points. Jane Anson 92 points   #BORD20  

Discover the elegance of Chapuis Louis Aloxe-Corton 1er Cru 2017, a masterpiece from the esteemed Burgundy region. Nestled in the heart of Aloxe-Corton, this Premier Cru vineyard benefits from limestone-rich soils and optimal microclimate, imparting exceptional complexity to the wine. Crafted by Louis Chapuis, a producer renowned for meticulous vineyard practices, the 2017 vintage showcases hand-harvested Pinot Noir grapes fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve delicate aromas. Following fermentation, the wine matures in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks, ensuring a harmonious balance...

The Corton hill lies to the North of the end of the Côte de de Nuits where vines mingle with stone quarries. The vineyards form a kind of amphitheater which is not found elsewhere in the Côte. On the Southern side of the appellation, the dark soils are made up of limestone debris while those on the Northern side, are mainly pebbly. The wines are smooth and distinguished.    The Vineyard: Our Aloxe-Corton Premier Cru is a blend of 3 Premier Cru plots: Les Vercots, Les Guérets, situated South of the village, which give it its structure and its power, and Les Valozières, which has an Eastern aspect and...

The Vineyard: Our vines grow on a soil of clay and limestone. Aloxe-Corton is one of the first villages of the Côte de Beaune as it occupies a pivotal position between Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. Aloxe-Corton wines combine the subtlety of the wines of the Côtes de Beaune and the power of the wines of the Côte de Nuits. Grape Variety: Pinot noir Appellation: Village Location: Aloxe-Corton Tasting notes: The wine has a beautiful bright cherry hue. Its first nose reveals caramel aroma, after a rapid evolution, some raspberries and strawberries appear. When tasting it, one         is...

A red cradted from prime Corton Charlemagne soil, normally planted exclusively to chardonnay. A rare and intriguing wine. Tiny production.

The Corton hill lies to the North of the end of the Côte de de Nuits where vines mingle with stone quarries. The vineyards form a kind of amphitheater which is not found elsewhere in the Côte.   The vineyard is between 250 and 330 meters of altitude, Corton Grand Cru Les Languettes is an East-facing plot located at mid-slope and we are one of only two owners of this plot. Its peculiar feature is that the wine takes this climat name when planted with Pinot Noir and the name of Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru when planted with Chardonnay. The wine combines complexity and finesse.   #BORD20  

"Medium deep ruby colour with a youthful purple hue. Pure and perfumed nose revealing violet, wild berries, plum and some meaty notes. Lovely density on the palate, despite its youth already polished extract with a bright freshness, crushed raspberry, cherry and fine spice flavours leading to a long, bright and pure finish." -  Andreas Larsson. 92 points.   The Chapuis Corton Grand Cru Les Perrières 2016 exemplifies Burgundy’s distinguished terroir, meticulously cultivated in the esteemed Les Perrières vineyard of Corton. Crafted from premium Pinot Noir grapes, hand-harvested to ensure optimal...

  The Chapuis Corton Grand Cru Les Perrieres 2017 epitomises quintessential Burgundy elegance. Sourced from the esteemed Corton Grand Cru vineyard in the Côte de Beaune, this exceptional wine is crafted by the renowned Maison Chapuis, celebrated for their unwavering dedication to traditional vinification practices. Hand-harvested Pinot Noir grapes undergo meticulous sorting before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine’s purity and vibrant fruit character. Aged for 18 months in French oak barriques, Les Perrieres 2017 reveals a complex bouquet of ripe red berries, subtle...

The Chapuis Corton Grand Cru Les Perrières 2018 is a quintessential expression of Burgundy's esteemed Les Perrières vineyard, nestled within the renowned Corton appellation of Côte de Beaune. Crafted with meticulous care, this Pinot Noir undergoes hand harvesting from biodynamically managed vineyards, ensuring optimal expression of terroir. Fermentation is conducted in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, followed by ageing in a combination of French oak barrels, predominantly 60% new, for 18 months to enhance complexity and structure. The wine exhibits deep garnet hues, revealing aromas of ripe red berries,...

The Corton hill lies to the North of the end of the Côte de de Nuits where vines mingle with stone quarries. The vineyards form a kind of amphitheater which is not found elsewhere in the Côte. The vineyard is between 250 and 330 meters of altitude Corton Perrières is adjacent to the plot Les Languettes.   The Vineyard: Our plot is situated near our parcel of Corton Languettes and yet it is completely different from it. The soil consists of clay and limestone with streaks of iron oxide which account for its reddish color. Grape Variety: Pinot noir Appellation: Grand...

The Corton hill lies to the North of the end of the Côte de de Nuits where vines mingle with stone quarries. The vineyards form a kind of amphitheater which is not found elsewhere in the Côte. The vineyard is between 250 and 330 meters of altitude Corton Perrières is adjacent to the plot Les Languettes.

Experience the exquisite elegance of Chapuis Corton Grand Cru Les Perrieres 2022, a testament to the illustrious terroir of the Corton Grand Cru vineyard in Burgundy. Crafted by the esteemed Chapuis family, renowned for their meticulous vineyard management and sustainable practices, this 2022 vintage embodies the pinnacle of Pinot Noir expression. Hand-harvested grapes undergo traditional fermentation in stainless steel vats, preserving the wine's vibrant fruit character while allowing subtle oak ageing to enhance complexity. The Les Perrieres site, celebrated for its exceptional limestone-rich soils, imparts a distinctive minerality and...

The vineyard of Savigny-les-Beaune is located on the banks of the Rhoin, a little stream which cuts through the Côte de Beaune. The vineyards are planted on gentle slopes by the Rhoin with a southern aspect. It borders the clay soils of the Corton hill. The depth of the soil contributes to giving the wine a powerful, fruity taste.   From the esteemed vineyards of Burgundy, the 2018 Savigny-les-Beaune from Maurice et Anne-Marie Chapuis stands as a stunning testament to the region's noble grape, Pinot Noir. This exquisite wine boasts a deep crimson hue, hinting at its concentrated flavors. On the nose, it reveals an...

Wine Advocate 94+. The 2021 Domaine de Chevalier reveals a deep, complex bouquet with aromas of blackberries and blueberries mingled with spices, cigar wrapper and coniferous forest floor, followed by a medium to full-bodied, sweet and concentrated palate animated by bright acids and framed by fine, powdery tannins. It's an impressive effort that will reward a bit of bottle age. It's a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc. Published:  Feb 09, 2024.   #BORD

Age of vines 45 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 20 %,of new oak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. During fermentation, the temperature is monitored so that it is around 26 °c with a pick at 30°c. Smooth extraction respecting the grape...

The Burgundy Pinot Noir from the Justin Girardin estate 2022 offers a beautiful ruby colour and a fresh and elegant nose. Fresh and elegant nose. Red fruit aromas. Supple wine, lightly structured, fruity and fresh. Age of vines: 50 years old Grape variety: Pinot Noir Ageing: French oak barrels Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 50 % in oak (no new oak) 50% in tank Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture: Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking: Grapes are destemmed, put into vat...

Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy 89-91 points. Age of vines 27 years Grape variety Pinot Noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 25% of new oak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple. Manual harvest. Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...). Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20...

Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy, 89-91 points. Age of vines 27 years. Grape variety Pinot Noir. Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 25% of new oak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple. Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...). Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20...

Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy, 91-93 points. Age of vines 27 years Grape variety Pinot Noir AgeingFrench oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 25% of new oak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20...

Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy 90-92 points. Clos Saint-Jean is a Premier Cru vineyard located on the hillside above the streets and houses of Chassagne-Montrachet village. It is planted to both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, making high-quality examples of both. It is the Clos Saint-Jean Premier Cru red wines that are of particular note, displaying rich, ripe characters despite their often lighter color. The individual Clos Saint-Jean lieu-dit covers a little over five hectares (12.3 acres) of east-facing Côte d'Or midslope, but the wider site is considered to include Chassagne du Clos Saint-Jean (2 hectares/5 acres) along the same...

Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy 90 points. La Maltroie is a Premier Cru vineyard of the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation in Burgundy.It is planted to both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, making high-quality examples of both. It is the Clos Saint-Jean Premier Cru red wines that are of particular note, displaying rich, ripe characters despite their often lighter color. Ageing: French oak barrels Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 25 % of new oak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture: Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the...

Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy, 88-91 points. Age of vines 25 years Grape variety Pinot Noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 25%ofnewoak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple. Manual harvest. Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...). Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20...

Only 2 barrels made.   Jasper Morris 92-94 points. Two barrels, purchased in grapes. Fair density of crimson purple colour and a vibrant nose, quite eloquent for a young Clos Vougeot. Fills the mouth very well with a freshness of red berry fruit, and correct tannins behind. Well judged oak, this is an interesting addition. Drink from 2027-2032. Tasted: October 2022.  

Justin's tasting note: "An elegant wine with a character all of its own! Bright, vivid, red colour. Intense and fruity nose where notes of wet undergrowth and wild nature can be detected. Fleshy and well structured on the palate. A little chunky in its youth, it becomes rounder and delicious to drink as it gets older. Very flavourful aftertaste." This red wine is produced on the Aubuzes climat in Maranges on the edge of the Santenay vineyard. The name of the place is a local variant of "Aubues" from the Gallic word "albucre" which means a whitish clay soil. Here the soil is rich and clayey, covered with...

Age of vines 50 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 15%ofnewoak. Wine remained 12 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20 days. Tasting notes Beautiful ruby colour, a red fruits...

Age of vines 55 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels 50% of new oak with 24 months of maturing Viticulture Pruning style : Guyot simple Manual harvest, green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20 days. Tasting notes A pinot noir with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, pepper, with a solid but fine structure. The nose offers a beautiful aromatic bouquet marked by aromas of small black...

 Age of vines 45 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 20 %,of new oak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. During fermentation, the temperature is monitored so that it is around 26 °c with a peak at 30°c. Smooth extraction respecting the grape...

Age of vines 45 years Grape variety Pinot noir AgeingFrench oak barrels Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 20 %,of new oak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. During fermentation, the temperature is monitored so that it is around 26 °c with a pick at 30°c. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety,...

Age of vines 50 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 15%ofnewoak. Wine remained 12 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20 days. Tasting notes This is a delicate wine marked by a...

Jasper Morris MW. "In bottle. An attractive mid crimson. An attractive fresh raspberry fruit, middling concentration, slightly dry tannins just behind the bottling. The fruit has a riper aspect here. Drink from 2025-2029. Tasted: October 2023."   Age of vines 50 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 15%ofnewoak. Wine remained 12 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put...

  Age of vines 50 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 15%ofnewoak. Wine remained 12 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20 days. Tasting notes This is a delicate wine...

  Age of vines 40 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 15%ofnewoak. Wine remained 12 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20 days. Tasting notes Roundness and volume, often...

  Age of vines 50 years Grape variety Pinot noir Ageing French oak barrels. Origin of wood: Allier and Vosges 22%ofnewoak. Wine remained 15 months in barrels. Viticulture Pruning style: Cordon de Royat and Guyot simple Manual harvest Green work (de-budding, leaf-thinning,...) Triple sorting: in the vineyard (twice) and in the winery on sorting table Winemaking Grapes are destemmed, put into vat at 12°c during 5 days (cold pre-fermentary) to extract the primary aromas. Indigenous yeasts. Smooth extraction respecting the grape variety, terroir and vintage. Fermentation lasts around 20 days. Tasting notes Supple and elegant wine....

Jasper Morris MW. "There is a generosity of clean fruit on the palate, middling raspberry and strawberry, not too weighty but also not too over-ripe. Light tannins behind, quite an elegant style."

James Suckling 94-95 points. The blackberries and blackcurrants show through beautifully, together with very integrated tannins. Dense and textured. Transparent. Graphite coming through. Second wine of Montrose. 61% merlot, 32% cabernet sauvignon, 5% petit verdot and 2% cabernet franc.   Review Date:  22nd April 2024

93 Points, Neal Martin, Vinous: "The 2020 Les Griffons de Pichon Baron contains the Petit Verdot that was previously blended with the Les Tourelles. This has an intense nose with graphite and chalk-tinged black fruit, touches of black olive compote emerging with time, all with wonderful delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with quite firm and saturated tannins, very pure, precise and poised. Gentle grip with a lively, citrus-fresh finish, and hints of blue fruit on the aftertaste." 12/22. #BORD20

Capital of wines of Burgundy, Beaune is very well know for its famous Hospices and its auction in November. Beaune is also one of the widest appellation on the Côte with 311 ha out of 410 and 42 premiers crus. Located in the heart of the Côte-de-Beaune, a very large majority of the climates of this appellation are classified in 1er Cru. Among most famous: Clos-du-Roy, Clos des Mouches, Beaune Grèves, Beaune Cent-Vignes, Beaune Avaux or Beaune Bressandes. TERROIR Making a great wine without vines is mission impossible for the winegrower! In fact, this name comes from "EN SANVIGNES", a village, near the source of...

THE APPELLATION  Chambertin takes its name from a Burgonde who owned a field adjoining the Clos de Bèze. The property took so the name of Chambertin. The winemaker was gifted and his wine excellent. Everybody spoke about the “Champs de Bertin” (Bertin’s filed) to refer to his vineyard. In the 13th Century, Chambertin became a word used frequently in every language. In 1847, the name Chambertin was associated with that of Gevrey by a law ruled by King Louis-Philippe. Gevrey undoubtedly takes its name from its topography, a gorge coming out of a valley, gorge coming from latin word gaba and “gave”...

James Suckling 97 points. "An elegant, medium-bodied masterpiece with amazing concentration, structure and sophistication for the appellation. The spectrum of red-berry and spice aromas is extremely wide, intense minerality making this dangerously dynamic. Even the tannins in the very focused finish give this vitality as well as power. It doesn’t want to stop. From vines planted in 1947 and 1956 on clay-rich soil. Drink now." -  James Suckling.

Les Heritiers Saint-Genys Mercurey 1er Cru Clos Marcilly Cuvee Clovis 2018 exemplifies the pinnacle of Burgundy winemaking. Sourced from the esteemed Clos Marcilly vineyard in Mercurey, this cuvée is crafted from meticulously selected Pinot Noir grapes. Hand-harvested to preserve their purity, the grapes undergo gentle destemming and are fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, ensuring the vibrant fruit characteristics remain intact. After fermentation, the wine is aged for twelve months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle complexity and a refined structure. The 2018 vintage reveals a deep ruby hue, offering...

"When everything is right, and here it is, then Mercury can smell and taste like Grand Cru red Burgundy from further north. Enromous concentration and very fine tannins interlocked with dark minerality, the finish very energetic with so much drive. From vines planted in 1947 and 1956, sustainably grown with no use of herbicides. Drinkable now, but best from 2024." -  James Suckling, 96 points.   Produced in the fertile soils of Bourgogne's Mercurey region, Les Heritiers Saint-Genys Mercurey 1er Cru Clos Marcilly Cuvee Clovis 2020 stands as a testament to meticulous French winemaking. This exceptional monopole...

James Suckling 98 points. "Hold onto your hat for the breathtakingly deep, fresh and savory nose of this extraordinary Morgon. Gigantic concentration of black cherry and black raspberry fruit, plus a staggering mineral freshness in the finish that may be too much for some, but I find extremely exciting. The finish is as long as the universe is wide. Drink from release."

James Suckling 98 points. "This great modern Morgon has enormous concentration and totally radical, youthful freshness. Extremely complex aromas of sour cherries, redcurrants, violets, bark and licorice. Huge drive and vitality on the intensely focused palate. The superstraight finish has a giant wave of mineral freshness. Drink now." -  James Suckling.