Laurent Ponsot Meursault "Charmes" 1er Cuvée de la Centaurée 2022 Grand Cru the 2018 vintage sometimes feels

the 2018 vintage sometimes feels a little too ripe or baked

and winemaker Alexandre Abel opted to extract gently

with silky tannins and a textural

The well-balanced palate has gentle grip and a silver bead of acidity with a vivid

austere and somewhat awkward finish

Laurent Ponsot Meursault "Charmes" 1er Cuvée de la Centaurée 2022 Grand Cru the 2018 vintage sometimes feels93 points (Outstanding) Burghound, Allen Meadows Here too there is a subtle but discernable application of oak present on the fresh and ripe nose of various white fleshed fruit, hazelnut and discreet spice nuances. Once again, I very much like the texture to the rich, generous and punchy medium bodied flavors that display excellent length on the citrus tinged finale. This is terrific and very Charmes in character.