2023, Domaine William Fèvre, CHABLIS, Grand Cru, 'Valmur'The 2023 Chablis Valmur Grand Cru comes from the top sector on the incline with a south east facing orientation on a vein of marl. That scent of shucked oyster shell permeates the nose and puts it above Vaudsir in terms of complexity. A superb reduction. The palate is taut and fresh, more complex and certainly more saline. There's a bit of meanness on the finish, but that is not written pejoratively. For those seeking more traditional Chablis this

91 Burghound

the 2021 is holding its power in reserve

so lively and yet the texture is quite filling giving a well balanced mouthfeel

Beautiful Chorey

red-toned fruit

a bit hazy due to the alcohol

precise aromatics give this mid-weight wine understatement and class

They have been making great wine here over recent vintages

The palate is medium-bodied with a dash of white pepper on the entry

with a suave

a real hit of citrus juice

They really have done a great job of making Le Pape one of the 'insider wines' of Pessac-Léognan