2015 Jean-Paul Droin Chablis Montee Tonnerre

This is much more floral with subtle hints of classic Chablis elements adding breadth to the predominantly pear and citrus suffused aromas. There is good richness to the relatively full-bodied flavors that possess ample minerality that is particularly evident on the saline, energetic and balanced finale that delivers good if not truly elite depth. 90-92 points

Pale yellow-green. Musky, subtly complex aromas of lime blossom, mint and crushed herbs plus an element of iodiney reduction. Then dense, ripe and sweet, showing lovely limey, floral lift in the mouth and a repeating herbal element. Very concentrated wine with a tactile impression of dry extract, but the finish is a touch aggressive and hard-edged. Droin said that these vines were ready to harvest at the time of the hail, but only time will tell if the wine`s bitter edge will be absorbed. Production here was just 23 hectoliters per hectare. 88-91 points