Christophe et Fils Chablis 1er Cru 'Montee de Tonnerre' 2018 monterrei and judicious use of French

and judicious use of French oak to frame rather than dominate the fruit

this has Thai night written all over it

Each plot is tended with meticulous attention and is vinified separately

The perfume is enhanced by toasty oak and earthy undercurrents

Navaherrerros is the 'village' Grenache (100%)

Christophe et Fils Chablis 1er Cru 'Montee de Tonnerre' 2018 monterrei and judicious use of FrenchThis 2018 Chablis Monte de Tonnrre is, as usual, very impressive indeed. The vineyards famous heavy limestone marl soils give gravitas and amplitude. Intense and impeccably balanced, it shows a crystalline purity, nuance and serious depth. Coming from Chablis finest 1er Cru vineyard (just next to Grand Cru Blanchots) the wine displays superb pedigree and harmony. As approachable as this is now, don't forget to put some away for a few years