2016 La Chablisienne Chablis 1er Cru "Montée de Tonnerre"
SKU #1388684
91 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound
Somewhat surprisingly this is riper than the Vaulorent but maintains good aromatic freshness if a bit less Chablis character on the oak framed white orchard fruit and citrus scents. There is excellent richness to the generously proportioned and caressing medium weight flavors that possess a sleeker mouth feel on the quinine and bitter lemon-inflected finish where the only reproach is a hint of warmth. Classy juice and a very good 2016. *Outstanding*
(10/2018)
91 points
Vinous
The 2016 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru has a well defined, quite "punchy" bouquet with potent aromas of cooking apple, Conference pear and struck flint. The palate is very well balanced with a fine bead of acidity. This eschews that exotic tendency of the 2016 vintage to create a more linear, slightly more austere Montée de Tonnerre with a latent spiciness developing on the finish. Very fine. Tasted blind at the BIVB Chablis tasting. (NM)
(8/2018)
90 points
Decanter
Suave, modern expression of the appellation with appealing tension, richness and structure; round and lemony with whisper of caramel and spice.
(6/2018)
90 points
James Suckling
Handy weight and richness here. Smooth and creamy peaches, apples and pears with a gently nutty thread. The concentration is good. Drink or hold.
(8/2018)
90 points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2016 Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre exhibits notes of fresh white peach, citrus oil and beeswax. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, concentrated and blocky, with a layered mid-palate and succulent acids. (WK)
(8/2018)
