Albert Bichot (Long-Depaquit), Chablis Moutonne

Albert Bichot (Long-Depaquit), Chablis Moutonne(2. 35 ha monopole that spans a parcel of vines situated in both Vaudsir and Preuses though 95% of it is in Vaudsir. The site is protected from the wind and often gives very ripe wines; ~25% new wood). Somewhat curiously given that most of this is from Vaudsir, the nose is markedly less expressive though with noticeably more Chablis character present on the green and yellow fruit and floral scented aromas. Moreover the refined mouth feel of the

Aromas of garrigue

white blossoms and almond pastry

(92-95)/2032+

He normally releases two Cornas

This seems to ooze cassis from start to finish and the persistent has to be experienced to be believed though the wine remains backward if not severe

this is stunning

it is certainly nicely delineated

full and plush

The muscular and wonderfully rich flavors possess excellent size

The outstanding intensity hasn’t changed however as the energetic

The recently-bottled 2005 Barolo Cascina Francia is

Classic Branaire-Ducru