Friday, June 8, 2012

2002 La Chablisienne Chablis 1er Cru 'Mont de Milieu'


Source: Zachys

Consumption Date: 6/8/2012

Notes: Pale yellow color.  Fine aroma of flowers, wet stone, and a hint of fruit (apple/white grape).  Light bodied with crisp flavors of fruit (apple, lemon, white grape, peach) balanced by a pleasant acid mineral tang.  Moderate finish of more fruit and minerals as well as a strong note of vanilla, musk, and fresh cooked vegetables (beans?).

This is one of those wines that really makes me understand the appeal of a specific region.  This is an incredibly crisp, refreshing wine with a depth of complexity that defies its light body and color.  The strong vegetal note on the finish was completely unexpected.  At first I was concerned that it might be a fault (especially since I had difficulty identifying a descriptor for it), but while it may be a bit obtrusive, it does not seem out of place and adds another touch of complexity to the wine.  This should also be a very food friendly wine.  Worthy of Wine Spectator’s Top 100 ranking.  Excellent value.

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