One of the stand outs in this range, the 2017 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru is precise and tightly wound, not to mention unbelievably alluring. Crushed rocks, white pepper flowers and citrus peel are some of the many notes that grace this vivid, captivating Chablis from Droin. Finely cut and crystalline, with precision to burn, the 2017 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre is quite simply what Chablis is all about.

The 2017 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre is matured 25% in used wood. It has a lovely flint and smoked walnut aroma that is all beautifully defined. The marn [or marl?] blue soils are articulated in this Premier Cru with impressive clarity. The palate is well defined with a saline entry, fresh citrus fruit with a squeeze of lime and a brisk, vivacious and lightly spiced note to complete a really lovely Montée de Tonnerre.

Cedary citrus nose. Almost peppery in its mineral character. Succulent, juicy and bright. Intense and so beautifully balanced between the fruit, acid and texture. (JH)