2018 Chablis Blanchots
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This too reveals ample notes of mineral reduction that add breadth to the pretty white orchard fruit and iodine hints. There is fine richness to the generous and round flavors that are rich to the point of opulence that contrasts somewhat, at least at present, with the bone dry, linear and slightly strict finish. This does need to add depth and better harmonize but it does appear to have the requisite raw materials to do so.
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Allen Meadows, Burghound
James Suckling
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The 2018 Chablis Grand Cru Blanchots is a powerful, broad-shouldered wine, bursting with notes of honeysuckle, yellow orchard fruit, almond paste and white flowers. On the palate, it's full-bodied, broad and ample, with a layered core, impressive purity and precision despite its unmistakable volume, and an intensely saline finish.
This is a very plush and attractively open style with a wealth of ripe peaches and creamed mangoes. Super smooth and seamless. Early drinking for sure, but will also go a decade in the cellar.