Jean-Pierre Boistard 2002 Vouvray Moelleux

"Pouring a deeper mid gold with still present green highlights, this Moelleux soars from the glass with aromas of fresh, dew flecked peaches, candied citrus rind, lemongrass, and hints of stem ginger. There is a wonderful sense of aromatic depth here. The palate is fresh, almost surging, but with wonderfully integrated acidity. Overall, the perception is one of the ‘round’ palate, as the French say. The flavours present in array, carried by acidity and still youthful minerality; complimented and complexified by pleasing spiciness, bitterness, and a long fresh finish. Fresh: peach, tarragon, candied citrus, hints of petrichor and store; Complex and spicy: dried peach, anise, bitter pomelo pith and pear skin, preserved ginger. The fullness coupled with channelling acidity on the close, and again repeating gastronomic bitterness, is a marvel. Excellent. Freshness that defies belief." — David