Burgundy 2008: Top 3 from Goedhuis

At Goedhuis, the first 2008 Burgundy tasting of the year shows, for a start, that this is a fine vintage, with many delicious white and red wines.Nicolas Potel, having sold his name and brand, is now reincarnated as Maison Roche de Bellene.Impeccable quality. Loved his Chambolle Amoureuses: so delicate and pure on the nose, so rich and suave on the palate yet with a light touch and fabulous length. (18; £990IB).A fine range from Fichet in Meursault, and a bargain Bourgogne Vieilles Vignes: spicy and lively, tangy and long, punching above its weight. (16.5; £135IB).And glorious reds from both Fourrier and Grivot.Blown away by Grivot’s Echezeaux: oaky and stylish on the nose, svelte and opulent on the palate, with grip, spice, and length. (18. £890).But the wretched exchange rate keeps the wines expensive.Stephen Brook