2019 Chablis Montmains
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Tasted blind. Aged for 12–18 months (dependent on vintage) in French oak (10% new). Distinctive candied-apple fruit with an oxidised touch. Not unbalanced but a fuller, lower-acid style with lots of weight. Feels tired on the finish. Burgundy, surely. (RH)
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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The 2019 Chablis Montmains 1er Cru undergoes an extended élevage and was taken from tank. It has a complex, well-defined bouquet featuring notes of crushed limestone, yellow flowers and a touch of black currant leaf and oyster leaf. The palate is well balanced and certainly rich, delivering a smooth, honeyed texture and good weight. This is perhaps lower in acidity than the 2020, with a very harmonious finish. This will be fascinating to re-taste in bottle.