Christian Moreau Chablis Premier Cru Vaillons 2016
$74.99
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Description
One of the oldest and most respected names in Chablis, this branch of the Moreau family is headed by Christian and now his son Fabien who is the winemaker and manager.
Possessing magnificent vineyard holdings built up in some of the very best vineyard areas of Chablis by the family over generations (including nearly 8 hectares out of Chablis’ total 92 hectares of Grand cru), this small but remarkable estate has in just a few years established itself as one of the leading producers of Chablis producing consistently outstanding wines.
With relatively small (but very well sited) holdings in Petit, village and 1er cru Chablis, the highlights here are undoubtedly the amazing range of Grand cru vineyards including one single holding of approximately 3 hectares in Les Clos as well as .41 hectares of Clos des Hospices dans Les Clos plus slightly smaller holdings in Valmur, Blanchots and Vaudesir. A combination of exceptional vineyard sites, old vines, brilliant winemaking and fastidious care in every step of production has resulted in these wines being regarded as amongst the very best produced in Chablis. These are wines of precision, crystal clear typicity, and elegance, that will age classically while enabling tremendous enjoyment throughout their lives.
“The quality here is again so good that I’m tempted to say that Chablis has yet another leading light to add to the usual stars of Raveneau and Dauvissat”. Burghound.com
From vines aged from 30 to 65 years old aged 2/3rd’s in tank and 1/3rd in barrique. “Medium yellow. Ripe peach aroma with a honeyed nuance. Concentrated, inviting yellow stone fruit and soft citrus flavors are nicely framed by harmonious acidity. Perhaps a touch exotic but there’s no shortage of tension on the finish. (88-90)” Vinous Media July 2016
RRP $96
Additional information
Producer | Christian Moreau |
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Variety | Chardonnay |
Region or Country | Chablis, France |
Vintage | 2016 |