1989 Pouilly Fuisse

Chateau Fuisse is irrefutably the most famous domaine in southern Burgundy. Its top cuvees of Pouilly-Fuisse, which are, justifiably, legendary, now fetch astonishingly high prices of $35-$55 a bottle. While that price may appear appalling, I can think of numerous white burgundies from the Cote d'Or that sell for higher prices, but deliver far less quality. Chateau Fuisse would appear to have had success in both 1989 and 1990. Admittedly, the 1989s are more opulent, more alcoholic, lower in acidity, and clearly blockbuster white burgundies. The 1990s tend to be slightly more floral, with higher acidity, yet without the weight of the 1989s. So, depending on your tastebuds, there is plenty to choose from. The 1989 Pouilly-Fuisse (regular cuvee) may be an outstanding wine. Exceptionally concentrated, opulent, and rich, with plenty of glycerin in the finish, it is a big mouthful of Chardonnay, and the best regular cuvee of Pouilly-Fuisse I have tasted from this domaine some time. Importer: Frederick Wildman and Co., New York, NY.