2020 Louis Jadot Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot
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The 2020 Chablis Blanchot Grand Cru, half aged in 400-litre oak barrels, has a rather straightforward nose considering the vineyard in question, although it opens with aeration. The oak here is a little obtrusive. The palate is balanced with good depth, fine acidity, but it is a conservative Blanchots that is missing a bit of flair on the finish. Not bad, but I feel this could be better. Plays it safe. Tasted blind at the BIVB tasting in Chablis.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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Smells riper than the Fourchaume and there's a hint of oak on the nose. Ripe, creamy lemon fruit, almost tropical, like just-ripe pineapple. Very creamy and rounded on the palate, though still with a spice of freshness right through the middle. Tight, fresh core, with flesh to cover it. Creamy, pineapple aftertaste. (JH)
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Louis Jadot is arguably the most consistent négociant house in Burgundy. It has managed to straddle both the entry-level and fine wine market, while retaining respect in both.