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Region: Chablis
Grapes: Chardonnay
First Glance: Complex, Structural, Aromatic, Nutty
Acclaim: 94pts
The Wine:
Stéphane Moreau used to call Forêts “one of the greatest terroirs of Chablis”. It’s a historical sub-plot within the 1er Cru Montmains, high up the slope and facing southeast. It can undoubtedly produce Chablis of the highest order, as both Dauvissat and Moreau have shown many times (Raveneau also has a small parcel). Moreau farms two plots of vines here, with a total of just under two hectares. The first plot is alongside Vincent Dauvissat’s parcel, and the vines are the same age, approximately 60 years. The second (with 25-year-old vines) sits next to the Raveneau plot.
As with all the 1er Cru wines (apart from Montmains), the wine fermented and aged in both steel tank and used barrels (30%) of various sizes. The maturation now extends to two years. The 2022 is a stunning release, tightly wound and linear, the definition of mineral, yet with excellent depth. It will offer huge pleasure to those who love authentic grower Chablis.
The Review:
Christy Canterbury MW, Tim Atkins Burgundy Report - 94pts
"Persistently complex and incisive, this is a structural dynamo. Chiseled and slightly foursquare, this deserves to be set aside at least a few years. There is real aromatic grit and complexity: hazelnuts, warm chalk and Bosc pear fresh citrus peels ignite the nose."
