[SOLD-OUT] Louis Michel Les Clos Grand Cru Chablis 2022

 

 

"Guillaume Michel observes that Les Clos is 'never ready to drink'. A powerful, compact and fine grand cru which has loads of potential. The vines were planted in 1968, on limestone/clay soils over oyster shell-rich marl. Density, a touch of spice, concentrated but also light on its feet. This will spend several more months in tank and will undoubtedly be a slow maturer. Will be very fine, but will need several years to show its best." - Decanter

 

"...from .50 ha parcel, half of which is young vines A more restrained and equally cool nose grudgingly reveals its aromas of oyster shell, ocean spray, just sliced citrus and wet stone. There is again excellent volume and a sappy texture to the almost painfully intense and overtly powerful larger-bodied flavors that brim with minerality that adds a sense of lift to the compact, dry and sneaky long finish. Like all fine examples of Les Clos, this is clearly going to need at least 6 to 8 years of bottle aging and should amply repay 10 to 12. *Burghound Don't Miss!*" - Burghound

 

"The 2022 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru comes from a single 0.58-hectare parcel located midway up the incline towards Valmur. This expressive bouquet has yellow plum, wet stone and light hazelnut aromas, oddly reminding me of a fine Meursault! The well-balanced palate is taut and fresh, with a fine line of acidity and a malic finish that is more austere than the aromatics suggest. Maybe that leaves you wanting a little more? Ergo, I'd cellar this for 2-4 years" - Vinous 

 

"This hails from the northern, Valmur side of Les Clos and sits mid-slope. Aromas of crushed quartz, spicy fennel and white grapefruit take center stage. The curvaceous palate delivers a wad of supple fruit wrapped up by a strong cord of structuring acidity. The finish shows crunch and pleasant dryness. In sum, there is everything here to allow this wine to age to benefit." - Tim Atkin 

Country:

France

Region:

France- Burgundy Chablis

Variety:

Wine White - Chardonnay

Size:

750mL