Bouchard Père et Fils, Beaune-Grèves (Burgundy, France) “Vigne de L’Enfant Jésus” 2007

($97, Henriot, Inc.):  This is Bouchard’s flagship wine from the heart of the famed Beaune-Grèves vineyard.  At trade tastings, they even offer it after the conventionally more highly regarded wines from the Corton appellation.  Lighter and more forward than usual–reflective of the 2007 vintage–the mixture of bright red fruit and a stoniness still dances across the palate.   A charming wine at this stage, delivering flavor without weight. 89 Michael Apstein Nov 9, 2010