Reviews & Scores
Moderate reduction masks the underlying fruit today. Otherwise there is once again a highly appealing texture to the slightly finer medium weight flavors that also culminate in a relatively powerful finish that exhibits slightly better depth and persistence. Note that this is also quite firmly structured and a decade plus of aging will be required to see this at its full peak. - BH
BH93October 2021
The 2019 Chablis Montmains 1er Cru has a wonderful, refined bouquet. A little earthier than the Vaillons, with undergrowth and chalky scents coming through. The palate is well balanced, with good concentration and real depth and grip but also elegance. Hints of nutmeg and white chocolate appear toward the persistent finish. Superb. - VM
VM94October 2021
This is made from 30-35 year old vines on the flatter upper part of the vineyard. Mid lemon and lime, the bouquet is still showing a touch of reduction. Compared to Forêt, this is more in the saline style. Brilliantly balanced, Montmains (or Monts Mains chez Raveneau) seems to have avoided any suspicion of, softness this year. Dancing fruit at the complex finish. - JM
JM95July 2020