91-93 points, “The 2020 Chablis Vaillon 1er Cru is 35% matured in barrel until March, when the entire production is transferred into tank. It has a detailed, floral bouquet of pressed white flower and dandelion scents mixed with honeysuckle and orange pith. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, orange peel flavours and hints of mandarin. Taut and fresh toward the finish. This is a classy 2020 Vaillon to follow on from the strong 2019.” – Neal Martin, Vinous
92 points, “The 2020 Vaillon is a fine bottle in the making… the bouquet is bright and pure, wafting from the glass in a mix of pear, sweet grapefruit, chalky soil tones, white flowers, a touch of vanillin oak and a lovely top note of beeswax. On the palate the wine is full-bodied, deep and zesty, with lovely soil undertow, excellent focus and grip, bouncy acids and a long, complex and beautifully balanced finish. Fine juice.” – John Gilman
An exceptional Premier Cru from vines that are range between 37 and 74 years old. The roots of those vines have dug themselves deep into soil rich with minerals and fossilised shells, and they are tended by a producer singled out by Wine Advocate as “one of the most reliable sources of Chablis in recent years.”
J. Moreau & Fils was set up in 1814. But the family business was sold on and then again once more. No Moreau has worked for the company since. So, when Christian Moreau regained the opportunity to promote the family’s wines again, this signalled the coming home of one of Chablis’ great names. Domaine Christian Moreau is now presided over by Christian’s son Fabien. This consistently excellent yet tiny operation boasts over 50% of its 11.5 hectares in Grand Cru sites.
SKU No.: 3526997
Style No.: 904720
Region: Burgundy
Grapes: Chardonnay
Closure: Cork
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 13%
Volume: 750ml
Allergens: Sulphites
91-93 points, “The 2020 Chablis Vaillon 1er Cru is 35% matured in barrel until March, when the entire production is transferred into tank. It has a detailed, floral bouquet of pressed white flower and dandelion scents mixed with honeysuckle and orange pith. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, orange peel flavours and hints of mandarin. Taut and fresh toward the finish. This is a classy 2020 Vaillon to follow on from the strong 2019.” – Neal Martin, Vinous
92 points, “The 2020 Vaillon is a fine bottle in the making… the bouquet is bright and pure, wafting from the glass in a mix of pear, sweet grapefruit, chalky soil tones, white flowers, a touch of vanillin oak and a lovely top note of beeswax. On the palate the wine is full-bodied, deep and zesty, with lovely soil undertow, excellent focus and grip, bouncy acids and a long, complex and beautifully balanced finish. Fine juice.” – John Gilman
An exceptional Premier Cru from vines that are range between 37 and 74 years old. The roots of those vines have dug themselves deep into soil rich with minerals and fossilised shells, and they are tended by a producer singled out by Wine Advocate as “one of the most reliable sources of Chablis in recent years.”
J. Moreau & Fils was set up in 1814. But the family business was sold on and then again once more. No Moreau has worked for the company since. So, when Christian Moreau regained the opportunity to promote the family’s wines again, this signalled the coming home of one of Chablis’ great names. Domaine Christian Moreau is now presided over by Christian’s son Fabien. This consistently excellent yet tiny operation boasts over 50% of its 11.5 hectares in Grand Cru sites.
SKU No.: 3526997
Style No.: 904720