As the years pass, it becomes increasingly more difficult to source great family owned Puligny-Montrachet. Whenever a new generation fails to follow in their father's footsteps large corporations swoop up the vines for their mass-produced blends that are destined for the international market. When Gerard Chavy retired in 2005, he left the family estate to his two sons Alain and Jean-Louis, and their 200 year history was safe for another generation.

This past week, we pulled the cork on their 2007 Puligny-Montrachet. Immediately, I was overwhelmed by the bursting ripe tropical fruits that were complemented by its limey acidity. Normally, I wait and see what the rest of the group has to say and then I add my 2 cents, but this time I couldn't wait. I immediately inquired about the price and was amazed that it was only $39.99. "You'd be hard pressed to find Puligny of this caliber at that price" I said.

As the Spring flowers bloom and the cover comes off your pool, open up a bottle of this fabulous Burgundy to ring in the new season.