2022 Chablis Montmains
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Bottled November. Pale colour, this has developed more of a grapey quality without losing the clear-cut stony qualities of Montmains. All in white fruit, not too reductive, thanks in part to the amount of flesh. Drink from 2026-2034. Tasted Jun 2024.
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Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy
Neal Martin
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The 2022 Chablis Montmains 1er Cru has a fresh and vibrant bouquet. A hint of chai infuses the citrus fruit, becoming increasingly mineral-driven as it opens in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity. A touch of white chocolate and peach skin gain depth towards the finish, but not letting go completely like Billaud's other Premier Crus. Still, this is a very classy Montmains.
The 2022 Chablis 1er Cru Montmains exhibits attractive aromas of citrus zest, sweet orchard fruit, white flowers and orange zest, followed by a medium to full-bodied, ample and fleshy palate animated by bright acids and concluding with a saline finish.
About the producer
Samuel Billaud started making wine under his own name in 2009, but he is one of the most experienced producers in Chablis, having made wine in the region since 1985.