V.P. Vieillissement Prolongé Grand Cru (d2023)

A profound wine that exemplifies VP's characteristic structural depth. It displays notes of chalk and buttered croissant, complemented by green apple freshness, honey sweetness, and bright lemon. Subtle Jerez-like notes emerge. The mousse is remarkably executed - intense yet pillowy soft, evoking gentle ocean waves. Unlike Pierrières, which spreads laterally with lush generosity, VP drives vertically, presenting a narrow but penetrating core of flavours that unfolds with precision and length. Maritime influences emerge through distinctive iodine notes. The depth is remarkable, offering continuous evolution in the glass. Rich and delightful, with subtle spice notes adding further intrigue. Despite its current impressive showing, the wine's firm and tight structure suggests it's still in its absurd youth.