Domaine des Hauts Baigneux‌ ‌Grolleau Tim Smith 'Bugalugs' White James Halliday Wine Companion 2023

James Halliday Wine Companion 2023 Seared salmon hues in the glass

A subtle thread of dried spice

An elegant style with deceptive complexity

The ‘hen and chicken’ fruit with small and large berries results in the flavour

Compared to La Sabarotte

Domaine des Hauts Baigneux‌ ‌Grolleau Tim Smith 'Bugalugs' White James Halliday Wine Companion 2023The palate is bright, juicy, and featherlight, opening with red cherry, wild strawberry, and pomegranate seedcarried by Grolleaus naturally lively acidity. A midpalate of violet, white pepper, and a soft herbal lift keeps the wine aromatic and playful, while the clayflint soils add a cool, mineral edge. Tannins are ultrafine and tealike, giving just enough structure to frame the fruit without weighing it down. The finish is crunchy, refreshing, and