The 2019 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Barraults Blanc is a serious, structured wine, unwinding in the glass with notes of pear, confit citrus, almonds and apricot. Medium to full-bodied, layered and muscular, it's lively and concentrated, with real depth at the core and a long, saline finish. This has turned out brilliantly and will reward patience.