La Chablisienne Chablis Cote de Lechet 1er Cru 2017 (750ML)

92 VM / 91 WA / 89-92 BH

The 2017 Chablis Côte de Léchet 1er Cru is a bit compact in feel, but it more than makes up for that with its persistence and energy. Dried pear, spice, mint and crushed flowers are some of the many nuances that develop in the glass. Bright saline and white pepper accents add to a real feeling of vibrancy. Even with a bit of air, the Côte de Léchet remains one of the more inward of the 1er Crus in this range. I would give it time in bottle to see if it softens.-- Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

Elegant and fine-boned, the 2017 Chablis 1er Cru Côte de Léchet confirms its strong showing last year, unfurling in the glass with notes of spring flowers, white currants and citrus oil. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with a tensile core and a precise, mineral finish. –Williams Kelley, The Wine Advocate

Tasting note: A more elegant aromatic array is comprised by notes of super-fresh citrus, sea breeze and green apple. The clean, focused and intense middle weight flavors possess evident minerality that carries over to the bitter lemon-inflected finish where a hint of wood arises. This is really quite good. 2022+ --Allen Meadows, Burghound