
2018 CHABLIS Vieilles Vignes Les Pargues Domaine Moreau-Naudet
Chablis Burgundy France
White
Chardonnay.
15-25hl/ha is normal here, always a tiny yield; these 70 year-old vines give gorgeous but intense juice - sadly just not much of it anymore. But Virginie loves them and will not replant. Brisker, more energy. Really lovely old-vine intensity which still has sherbety-like pep. Premier cru q...(read more)
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2018 CHABLIS 1er Cru Vaillons Domaine Moreau-Naudet
Chablis Burgundy France
White
Chardonnay.
(30% barrel-aged) This is leaner than the Pargues, with a more restrained tenser feel. Neat and compact. Some apple crunch and then sweeter notes too add depth to the fruit core. The whole feel is of more measure and the weight is steady, immaculate balance. Less flashy perhaps - but serio...(read more)
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2018 CHABLIS 1er Cru Forêts Domaine Moreau-Naudet
Chablis Burgundy France
White
Chardonnay.
(30% barrel-aged). Tasted after the Montmains. This is more straight and lean. Beautifully bright and clean - a 'ting' to this, a clarity of expression. Delicious crisp lines - the fruit is good but more yellow and green - peppy - and juicy. Mineral and fresh even if there is a weight to t...(read more)
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