All wines

It was a stylistic minefield for our judges, with Pouilly-Fuissé ranging from lean and mineral to ripe and oaky. But the common bond is that all are drinking well over the next few years. Wines listed here were rated 15 points and over.

Recommended wines

Domaine Joel Curveux, Les Menestrieres, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Nice fresh stone fruit, citrus and good new oak aroma. An oak-driven style which is all there. Sweet, ripe fruit balanced by fresh acidity. Still Burgundian in style because of the fresh acidity. Integrated and long. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (18.7 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 61 58

Domaine Jean-Pierre Seve, Selection Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Inviting bouquet of hazelnut, stone fruit, sweet spice, white fruit, citrus and minerals. Rich, elegant wine with a generous body, a beautiful oily texture and integrated oak. Very complex, harmonious and long. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-17. (18.7 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 80 19

Chateau de Fuisse, Les Brules, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Full, oaky aroma with spicy vanilla and peach fruit notes. Nicely rounded and buttery style with balancing acidity. A mouthfilling style with oak dominating at the moment. Has ripe stone and tropical fruit with a hint of minerality. Good example. Alc: 13.5%. Drink: 2011-2014. (16.5 points)

£29 Tanners Wines (01743 234 500)

Domaine Alain Normand, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Uplifting, vibrant and beautiful aromas of stone fruit, minerals, citrus and ripe pear. Defined and focused palate with an excellent texture, harmonious oak and a refreshingly rewarding finish. It has a clear minerality backed up by a nice richness. Alc: 13%. Drink: 2011-2016. (16.5 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 36 61 69

Sophie Cinier, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Attractive nose of ripe stone fruit, vanilla, spice and well-balanced oak. Concentrated palate with elegant use of new oak. Has good complexity and is of high quality. A fine example of Pouilly-Fuissé with lovely fruit and acidity. Alc: 13%. DRink 2012-16. (17.93 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 66 41

Domaine Chataigneraie-Laborier, Aux Vignes Dessus, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Light butter, toasty oak, peach, apricot and vanilla bouquet. Broad, full and rich with nicely buttery fruit and good acidity to prolong its life. Well crafted, with an intense, long finish. Alc: 13%. Drink: 2012-2014. (16.67 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 85 51

Loron & Fils, Domaine Bellenand, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Attractive but shy nose of lemon peel. Crisp and fresh with balanced fruit and acidity. It has a firm structure, subtle oak and elegant citrus notes. Attractive and satisfying, it needs time. Alc: 13%. Drink: 2011-2013. (16.67 points)

£16.50 Syko Wines (0149 183 6526)

Clos des Rocs, Le Domaine, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Prominent oak, ripe fruit, mineral and spice bouquet. Showy, overt and forward style with good concentration of fruit laced with sweet spices from the oak. Crisp and long. Alc: 13.5%. Drink: 2011-2016. (16.63 points)

£17.95 Flint Wines, London (020 8777 4737)

Francois Martenot, Domaine Carrette, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Citrus, vegetal, mineral and lots of oak on the nose. Typical Burgundy with balanced oak, crisp, fresh acidity and lemon sherbet characters. It's all there. An attractive, long length with concentration and balance. A very good wine which is delicious. Alc: 13%. Drink: 2012-2015. (17 points)

£14.99 Guy Anderson Wines, Somerset (01460 241 043)

Domaine Pierre Desroches, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Full, open yellow fruit and oaky spice aroma. Rich, yellow peach and apricot notes merge with smoky spice. Intense, with good concentration, acidity and use of oak. Long, fresh and balanced. Alc: 13.5%. Drink: 2012-2015. (17 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 6 80 71 68 18

Domaine Ferret, Les Perrieres, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Prominent cedar oak aroma but fruit is concentrated underneath. Wow! Lovely fruit and minerals and good acidity which balances the concentration and weight of this high-quality example. Well structured and integrated. Alc: 14.5%. Drink: 2011-2014. (16.67 points)

£34.99 Coe Vintners, Essex (020 8551 4966), Hatch Mansfield, Berks (01344 871800), Planet of the Grapes, London (020 7241 3411), www.oxfordwine.co.uk

Christophe Cordier, Terroirs Rares, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Subtle aroma of stone fruit and lots of new oak. Ripe peach fruit and an oily mouthfeel with strong hints of butter and toast. It has a good level of acidity and the good structure indicates its high quality. Alc: 13.5%. Drink: 2012-2017. (16.67 points)

£18.99 Majestic Wine Warehouses (01923 298 200)

Domaine des Gerbeaux, Champs Roux, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Seductive nose of stone fruit, crème brûlée, vanilla, pear and sweet spice. Good, flashy, modern oaky style with complexity and excellent concentration. Rich and deep with a very long length. Alc: 13%. Drink: 2011-2015. (17.13 points)

£21.50 Wine Treasury, London SW8 (020 7793 9999)

Chateau Vitallis, Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Overtly oaked aroma with mineral and citrus notes. Wonderful texture with firm acidity. It is fresh and appealing with very good concentration and firm hints of minerality. A very attractive style with good complexity. Alc: 13.5%. Drink: 2011-2014. (17 points)

£20.25 (2007) Drinkon.com (01334 477 333)

Jean-Paul Paquet, Domaine de Fussiacus, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Citrus, mineral and tropical fruit bouquet. More developed style which is ripe with a hint of honey and toasty oak. Good concentration and enough acidity to keep it fresh. A good example that is clean and refreshing. Delicious! Alc: 13%. Drink: 2011-2014. (17 points)

n/a UK www.fussiacus.com

Loron & Fils, Les Ancolies, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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The nose is asleep but there is some minerality and the fruit behind is encouraging. The palate is concentrated, with minerals, crisp acidity and minimal oak influence. A fresh and appealing style. Alc 13%. Drink: 2011. (16.67 points)

£15.99 Syko Wines (0149 183 6526)

Jean-Paul Paquet, Domaine les Vieux Murs, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Good complex aroma of new oak, slightly confected fruit and minerals. Well made, with lovely fruit and texture. It has a mineral base and oak complexity. A fine example which shows good quality. Alc: 13%. Drink: 2012-2015. (17.33 points)

n/a UK www.fussiacus.com

Domaine Pierre Vessigaud, Vers Agnieres, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Attractive vanilla and stone fruit aroma - high-quality Burgundian nose. Very well-balanced palate with ripe stone fruit and delicate use of oak. Think Côte d'Or but at a bargain! Soft, satisfying mouthfeel. Has finesse. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2012-14. (18 points)

£18.95 MWH Wine Merchants, Reading (0118 984 4654)

Jean-Paul Paquet, Chateau de Chaintre, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Mineral, quince, toasty oak, apricot and floral perfume. Lovely intensity, balance and concentration. It has expansive, beautiful fruit, nice fresh acidity and delicate oak. Wonderful minerality. Alc: 13%. Drink: 2012-2015. (17.33 points)

n/a UK www.fussiacus.com

Domaine des Gerbeaux, Pouilly, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Attractive stone fruit, pineapple, citrus, sweet spice and vanilla aroma. Good concentration of stone fruit, rounded acidity and good minerality. Tight now but is well structured and integrated with a pretty finish. Alc: 13.5%. Drink: 2011-2013. (16.5 points)

£20.35 Slurp Fine Wines, London (www.slurp.co.uk / 020 7624 8614), Wine Treasury, London SW8 (020 7793 9999)

Domaine des Gerbeaux, Terroir de Solutre, Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Toast, vanilla, spice and tropical nose. Well-crafted palate with intense yellow fruit, cream, spice and nutty flavours. Oak is to the fore but acidity balances it. Alc: 13%. Drink: 2011-2015. (16.5 points)

£16.50-19.50 Berry Bros & Rudd, London SW1 (0870 900 4300), Slurp Fine Wines, London (www.slurp.co.uk / 020 7624 8614), Wine Treasury, London SW8 (020 7793 9999)

Domaine des Gerbeaux, Cuvee Jacques Charvet, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Peach, pear, nut, spice, vanilla and well-integrated oak aroma. Deep and intense with a touch of minerality. Has fresh acidity and well-judged oak. Will age. Alc: 13%. DRink 2012-16. (16.3 points)

POA Wine Treasury, London SW8 (020 7793 9999)

Domaine Giroux, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Tight aroma of minerals, peach and good use of high-quality new oak. Good concentration, fresh acidity and minerality. Needs time and will age. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2013-16. (16.33 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 6 80 72 28 91

Domaine Cheveau, Aux Bouthieres, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Pleasant vanilla oak and ripe tropical fruit nose. Full-bodied with concentrated tropical fruit palate, well-integrated oak and moderate acidity. New World style. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (16 points)

£24.99 The Winery, London W9 (020 7437 0988)

Domaine Saumaizen-Michelin, Les Ronchevats, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Exotic aroma of pineapple, pear and good oak. Ripe stone fruit is well integrated with new and used oak. Has fair acidity and is nicely rounded. Drinking well now. Alc: 13%. DRink 2011-15. (16.33 points)

£20 Four Walls Wine, Sussex (01243 535 360), Montrachet, London SE1 (020 7928 1990), Wright Wine Co, N Yorks (01756 700 886)

Jacques & Nathalie Saumaize, Les Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Toast, smoke and yellow spice bouquet. Intense flavours of smoke, mineral, spice and yellow fruit with a good bite of acidity to balance the ripeness. Long and rich. Alc: 13%. Drink 2012-17. (16 points)

£21.55 (2007) Earle Wines, N Yorks (01765 677296)

Louis Jadot, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Citrus, minerals, subtle oak, earth and floral perfume. Leesy, yeasty notes with minerals, light oak and fresh citrus fruit. Crisp and elegant - not a blockbuster. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-15. (16 points)

£17.60-17.99 Partridges, London SW1 (020 7730 0651), Peake Wine, Hants (01329 822 733), www.slurp.co.uk, Tesco supermarkets (01992 632 222), Vicki’s Wines, Surrey (01276 858 374), Wholefoods Market, London (020 7368 4500)

Domaine Saumaizen-Michelin, Les Courtelongs, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Hazelnuts, ripe pear, oak, white fruit, melons and citrus bouquet. Good purity of fruit with a pleasant creamy texture. Has a long, satisfying length. Alc: 13%. DRink 2011-14. (15.88 points)

£22.50 Four Walls Wine, Sussex (01243 535 360), Montrachet, London SE1 (020 7928 1990)

Domaine Simonin, Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Toasty oak, stone and tropical fruit and perfumed nose. Forward apricot flavours with dominant oak. Nice weight and concentration. Textured, with vibrant acidity. Alc: 13%. Drink 2012-15. (15.8 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 84 72

Chateau de Fuisse, Tete de Cru, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Pleasant aroma of citrus, honey, sweet spice, peach, pear and oak. Simple structure with lovely pear fruit, nice acidity and good balance. Nicely finished. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-14. (15.75 points)

£20 Tanners Wines (01743 234 500)

Dominique Cornin, Les Chevrieres, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Mineral, melon, apple, grapefruit and lemon sherbert nose. Fresh, clean palate with a lovely texture and good minerality. Well balanced and graceful. Alc: 13%. DRink 2011-14. (16 points)

n/a UK www.cornin.net

Domaine Jean-Pierre Seve, Terroir, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Upfront yellow fruit, spice and delicate buttery aromas. Delicate fruit on the palate with restrained oak, fair acidity and a nice citrus zing on the finish. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (16 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 80 19

Domaine Ferret, Autour de Fuisse, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Toast and delicate vanilla bouquet. Sweet fruit palate with nice acidity and intense oak adding complexity. It has fresh citrus, green apple and peach notes. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-15. (16 points)

£25.99 Coe Vintners, Essex (020 8551 4966), Hatch Mansfield, Berks (01344 871 800), Planet of the Grapes, London (020 7241 3411), www.oxfordwine.co.uk

Domaine Matthias, Tradition, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Lightly oaky nose of ripe fruit, citrus and well integrated oak. Fresh with mineral notes, good balance of fruit, acidity and oak. Good example. Alc: 12.5%. Drink 2011-14. (16 points)

£15.60 Christopher Piper Wines, Devon (01404 814 139)

Domaine du Grand Pre, Les Charmonts, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Shy apple, lemon, mineral and oak bouquet. Round and ripe wine with a firm oaky streak and fresh apple, melon and pear fruit. Tart acidity on the finish. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (16 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 86 94

Domaine des Gerbeaux, Intimite du Chardonnay, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Well-defined leesy aroma of minerals and white fruit. Crisp minerality with firm acidity underpinning the palate. Elegant and balanced with a refreshing finish. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (15.25 points)

£19.50-20.35 Slurp Fine Wines, London (www.slurp.co.uk / 020 7624 8614), Wine Treasury, London SW8 (020 7793 9999)

Domaine Sangouard-Guyot, Quintessence, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Yellow fruit, spice and oak nose. Attractive palate with minerality, creamy fruit and nice fresh acidity. It has a good weight and integrated oak. Charming. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-14. (15.33 points)

n/a UK www.domaine-sangouard-guyot.com

Domaine Luquet, Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Toasty oak and citrus nose. Well-balanced new oak, nice acidity and good stone fruit flavours. A refreshing mid-term drinking example. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (15. 33 points)

n/a UK www.domaine-luquet.com

Domaine du Clos des Rocs, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Toasty oak, citrus, stone fruit and mineral aroma. Dry, concentrated, nice acidity, integrated oak and made in a New World style. Very enjoyable. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (15.67 points)

£17.95 Flint Wines, London (020 8777 4737)

Domaine Saumaizen-Michelin, Vignes Blanches, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Oak, butter, spicy yellow fruit and creamy nose. Broad yellow stone fruit with fresh acidity and well-integrated oak. A firm style with good concentration. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-14. (15.67 points)

£20-21.99 Montrachet, London SE1 (020 7928 1990), The Secret Cellar, Kent (01892 537 981)

Domaine Cordier, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Warm, ripe stone fruit, toasty oak, citrus and sweet spice aromas. Evident acidity that will provide ageing potential. Concentrated with integrated oak. Refreshing. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2012-17. (15.67 points)

£21.10 Bancroft, London (020 7232 5450)

Domaine Saumaizen-Michelin, Clos sur la Roche, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Bright citrus, herbs, warm oak, ripe stone fruit and floral perfume. Nice minerality and a fair acidity. Tight oak and youthful butter flavours. Subtle and harmonious. Alc: 13%. Drink 2012-15. (16 points)

£20 Montrachet, London SE1 (020 7928 1990)

Domaine Jean-Pierre Seve, Aux Chailloux, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Minerals, lees, peach, citrus and vanilla nose. An oaky style with ripe stone fruit. Full palate which is oily and rounded. Zingy and refreshing with real complexity. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-16. (16 points)

£16.95 (2008) Davy’s Wine Shop, London (www.davy.co.uk)

Christophe Cordier, Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Subtle aromas of integrated oak and spice. Concentrated ripe stone fruit, though oak is masking it at present. It has length and hidden elegance. Needs time. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2012-16. (15.67 points)

£16.99 -26.70 Bancroft, London (020 7232 5450), Laithwaites (0870 444 8383)

Bret Brothers, Terres de Vergisson, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Graceful aroma of white fruit, zest, mineral, lemon sherbet, citrus and lees. Creamy palate with nice minerality. This has some elegance and is well made. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (15.75 points)

n/a UK www.bretbrothers.com

David Fagot, Cuvee Classique, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Restrained, elegant nose of smoky yellow fruit. Light buttery character, with grip and backbone. Light and focused with a nice crisp acidity. Attractive fresh finish. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-14. (15.67 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 89 77

Domaine Marcel Couturier, Aux Scelles, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Elegant, subtle nose showing complexity. It has real character and a lovely texture with good concentration, moderate acidity and a refreshing finish. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (15.63 points)

£19 Boxford Wine Company, Suffolk (01787 210 187)

Domaine Saumaizen-Michelin, Le Haut des Crays, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Lovely aroma of oak, minerals, white fruit, acacia flowers and citrus. Enticing, concentrated and complex wine with a glorious texture and a long, classy finish. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-17. (16.13 points)

£22.50 Four Walls Wine, Sussex (01243 535 360), Montrachet, London SE1 (020 7928 1990)

Domaine Pierre Vessigaud, Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Lemon peel, citrus, flint and well-integrated oak bouquet. Traditional in style with less overt fruit than some. Has zingy acidity and minerally notes. Long. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-14. (16.17 points)

£17.95 MWH Wine Merchants, Reading (0118 984 4654)

Domaine Jeandeau, Secret Mineral, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Creamy vanilla, light oak, citrus peel, honey and stone fruit. Fresh yet still opulent and rich with a hazelnut and cashew finish. Has nice depth and minerality. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (16.25 points)

£29.95 Champagne & Châteaux, London SW4 (020 7498 4488)

Domaine Chataigneraie-Laborier, Sur la Roche, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Vanilla oak, toast, stone fruit, pineapple, citrus, sweet spice and mineral aroma. Generously ripe stone fruit palate. Fine concentration of fruit and balanced oak. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (16.13 points)

£17.95 The Vine Trail, Bristol (0117 921 1770)

Domaine Saumaizen-Michelin, Pentracrine, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Lovely nose of vanilla, minerals. stone fruit, citrus and light oak. Beautifully balanced with apricot notes, creamy texture and a fine, refreshing finish. Classic. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-15. (16.25 points)

£18.50-20 Four Walls Wine, Sussex (01243 535 360), Imbibros, Godalming (01483 861 164), Montrachet, London SE1 (020 7928 1990)

Olivier Merlin, Terroir de Vergission, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Impressive marriage of citrus, stone fruit, oak, spice and citrus aromas. Rich and concentrated with a creamy texture and a simple, lean structure. Well made. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (15.88 points)

£20-23.50 Berry Bros & Rudd, London SW1 (0870 900 4300), Slurp Fine Wines, London (www.slurp.co.uk / 020 7624 8614)

Domaine Chataigneraie-Laborier, Belemnites, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Cashew nuts, citrus, vanilla and white fruit nose. Balanced yet simple, made in a lean style. The palate offers lemon peel flavours, delicate oak and fresh acidity. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-14. (15.5 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 85 51

Domaine Luquet, Terroir, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Yeast, minerals and floral perfume. Well made with a good fruit and acid balance. A classy wine with leesy notes and subtle oak. Complex and long. Delicious. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (15.5 points)

£19.95 Morgenrot-Chevaliers, Lancs (01204 573 093)

Olivier Merlin, Clos des Quarts, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Spiced yellow fruit and high-quality oak nose. Concentrated, with fine oak, nice acidity and a good mineral edge. Full, rich and smoky. Well made. Alc: 13%. Drink 2012-17. (15.5 points)

£20-24.05 Berry Bros & Rudd, London SW1 (0870 900 4300), Slurp Fine Wines, London (www.slurp.co.uk / 020 7624 8614)

Frederec Trouillet, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Banana, melon, vanilla, light oak, white fruit, flowers and citrus bouquet. Lively and vibrant with good concentration, integrated oak and a refreshing finish. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (15.38 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 80 04

Domiinique Cornin, Clos Reyssie, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Evident oak and complex stone fruit aroma. Fresh acidity, balanced ripe fruit and high-quality oak. Linear and precise with a good backbone. Has a long finish. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-15. (15.5 points)

n/a UK www.cornin.net.

Corinne & Theirry Drouin, En Buland, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Firm, dense oak nose. Elegant palate with nice concentration of acidity and minerality. Has the potential to develop well but needs a bit of time. High quality. Alc: 13%. Drink 2013-16. (15.33 points)

£19.95 Bowland Forest Vintners, Lancs (01200 448 222), DeFine Food & Wines (01606 882 101), Smokehouse Wines, Cheshire (01625 540 123), Wines of Interest, Suffolk (01473 406 611)

Domaine Carrette, Ronchevat, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Toasty oak and floral perfume. Fair concentration of fresh, delicate fruit, reasonably intense oak and good acidity. Elegant and charming with soft fruit. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-14. (15.33 points)

n/a Uk wwww.pouilly-fuisse-carrette.com

Domaine Cheveau, Les Trois Terroris, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Minerals, citrus and oaky, Chablis bouquet. Warm palate of ripe fruit, good acidity and a spicy finish. Acidity will keep it fresh for a few years. Long aftertaste. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2012-14. (15.33 points)

£18.95 Ballantynes of Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan (01446 774 840), Caviste, Overton (www.caviste.co.uk), The Vineking, London SW18 (020 8879 3030), Wadebridge Wines (01208 812 692), The Winery, London W9 (020 7437 0988)

Domaine des Gerbeaux, Terroirs de Pouilly et Fuisse, Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Stony, yellow fruit, toast and butter on the nose. Warm and inviting with obvious oak, butter, peach and citrus flavours. Has good acidity. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-14. (15.33 points)

£18.50-19.50 Cooden Cellars, Sussex (01323 649 663), Slurp Fine Wines, London (www.slurp.co.uk / 020 7624 8614)

Domaine de la Feuillarde, Tradition, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Oaky on the nose but fruit comes through behind. Intense. An atypical example with bubblegum notes and low acidity, but has a long finish - good aftertaste. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (15.33 points)

£20 Peter Watts Wines, Essex (01376 561 130)

Domaine du Roure de Paulin, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Evident oak and citrus peel bouquet. Mid-weight with good concentration. Toasty oak complements ripe stone fruit and fresh acidity surrounds. Attractive style. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-14. (15.33 points)

£18.99 John Armit Wines, London W11 (020 7908 0655)

Chateau des Rontets, Pierrefolle, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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(barrel sample) Gentle oak, green apple, honey, sweet spice and citrus peel nose. Clean, crisp and well made with mineral and green apple notes, crisp acidity and a minerally finish. Alc: 13.9%. Drink 2011-13. (15.25 points)

£18 The Wine Society, Herts (01438 741 177)

Corinne & Theirry Drouin, Marechaude, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Prominent vanilla oak and ripe fruit nose. Despite the oak it is well balanced with a mineral touch. Attractive apricot fruit with a substantial mouthfeel. A big wine. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-12. (15.25 points)

£26.95 Bowland Forest Vintners, Lancs (01200 448 222), DeFine Food & Wines (01606 882 101), Smokehouse Wines, Cheshire (01625 540 123), Wines of Interest, Suffolk (01473 406 611)

Loron & Fils, Les Vieux Murs, Vieilles Vignes, Reserve Caveau, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Typical toasty oak, biscuit and ripe stone fruit aroma. Sweet ripe melon fruit with generous use of oak and moderate acidity. Full-bodied, oak-driven style. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-14. (15 points)

£17.99 Syko Wines (0149 183 6526)

Joseph Burrier, Chateau Beauregard, Classique, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Vanilla oak, minerals, honey and ripe stone fruit bouquet. It has confected fruit on the palate and is dominated by oak, which will dissipate. A bit disjointed now. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-14. (15 points)

£18 The Wine Society, Herts (01438 741 177)

Georges Duboeuf, Clos Reyssie, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Ripe butter, rich toffee, honey, peach, apricot and spice nose. Soft yellow fruit palate and evident acidity which should prolong ageing. Could develop very well. Alc: 13%. Drink 2012-16. (15 points)

£20 Berkmann Wine Cellars, London N7 (020 7609 4711)

Domaine Perraton-Freres, Clos Reissier, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Lemon sherbet nose. Lean style with citrus and ripe stone fruit, integrated oak and reasonable acidity. It has good concentration and balance. An obvious wine. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-13. (15 points)

£19.99 Duncan Murray, Leicestershire (www.duncanmurraywines.co.uk), Liquid Pleasure, Sissinghurst (01580 712826 / www.liquidpleasure.co.uk)

Domaine Trouillet, Coeur de Pouilly, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Classy, inviting nose of stone fruit, citrus, nut. vanilla and spicy oak. Voluptuous, rich and oaky style. Good concentration, creamy texture and a pleasant finish. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2011-15. (15.25 points)

n/a UK Tel 0033 3 85 35 80 04

Domaine Chanson, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Subtle oak and citrus nose. Lots of leesy flavours on the palate with fresh acidity, citrus and mineral notes. Stone fruit lingers on the finish. Alc: 13%. Drink 2012-14. (15 points)

£17.99 Bennetts Wines, Glos (01386 840 392), www.dickenshousewine.co.uk, Slurp Fine Wines, London (www.slurp.co.uk / 020 7624 8614)

Domaine Ferraud, L'Entreroches, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Appealing citrus and mineral nose. Minerality is to the fore, with good intense fruit and fresh acidity. Clean and fresh attack. Good but simple. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (15 points)

£15.99 Mistral Wines, London W2 (020 7262 5437)

Domaine Magnin-Gonon, Vieilles Vignes, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Citrus, minerals and oak aromas. Nice fresh acidity, subtle and subdued oak palate with hints of minerality. Rounded style where the oak is well integrated. Alc: 13%. Drink 2011-13. (15 points)

£13.99 Vinimpo Uk Limited Surrey (01932 827 150)

Joseph Burrier, Chateau Beauregard, La Marechaude, Pouilly-Fuisse 2009

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Typical nose - attractive with hints of wood, honey, flowrs and baked apple. Good concentration and fresh acidity and well-judged oak. Elegant. Alc: 13.5%. Drink 2012-16. (15.33 points)

sold out The Wine Society, Herts (01438 741 177)

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