Burgundy
Clement Lavallee 2022 Aligote
$67.99From 35-year-old vines on clay & limestone, the older vines producing tiny, intense grapes. Fermented in both stainless and neutral barrel which tame its texture, this is a beautifully concentrated expression of the grape, wound tightly and quite structured, but rewarding patience in the glass.
Clement Lavallee 2022 Chablis
$83.99The 2022 Chablis Villages comes from a 2.5Ha plot of 35-year-old vines picked at 35 hl/ha and sees 12 months ageing on the lees. This estate cuvée displays a tension worthy of the greatest village level Chablis. The 2022 Chablis is distinguished by its purity and freshness, with aromas of citrus, white flowers and hints of flint, typical of the terroir. The palate is lively, carried by a beautiful acidic tension and a clean finish, supported by a marked minerality. This wine embodies finesse, with remarkable precision and balance. Elegance and purity in spades.
Clement Lavallee 2022 Chablis Les Ardill
$96.99The 2022 Les Ardillers comes Chardonnay planted to clay-limestone soils from 45-year-old vines in the 1.6Ha namesake lieu-dit. It’s aged for 12 months in 1- to 5-year-old barrels for half the crop, the other in stainless steel on the lees. This shows assiduous use of the lees, lending weight and texture to the vibrant finish; a more classically taut and mineral expression of Chablis.
Clement Lavallee 45 Degrees 2022 Chablis
$104.99This Chablis is the flagship. There’s something very ‘Raveneau’ about this, their Chablis 45° (named after the steep slope of the vineyard), a wine with beautiful length, a perfectly balanced structure and subtle layers of orchard fruits and lightly-salted butter. It’s focused and richly textured, highlighting why Clément has become one of the fastest rising stars in Chablis.
Roally 2020 Vire-Clesse
$52.99“The 2019 Viré-Clessé is a cuvée predesigned to be what you might call a consumer-friendly Mâconnais from less noble terroirs. I can see how the bouquet would instantly entrance the casual drinker with clean and pure red apple and lime cordial scents. The palate is rounded, not soft, but mouth-filling with lime and Clementine notes. Not long, but very drinkable.”– Neal Martin, Vinous, 2021
Billaud-Simon 2020 Chablis Gc Bougros
$169.99The nose is greeted by an enticing bouquet of delicate white flowers, intertwined with subtle notes of citrus blossom and a hint of honeysuckle. Beneath this floral veil lies a mineral core, evocative of wet stones after a summer rain, complemented by whispers of flint and sea breeze, a signature of the Chablis terroir.
Bougros is located on the right bank of the Serein River, in the north west corner of the Grand Cru slope, which flows through the Chablis region. It has a remarkable south east exposure and the steepest slope of all the Chablis Grand Crus.
Billaud-Simon 2021 Gc Vaudesir
$204.99The Billaud-Simon Grand Cru ‘Vaudesir’ 2021 presents a brilliant pale gold color, hinting at its elegance and complexity.
The palate is rich and full-bodied, yet beautifully balanced, with flavors of citrus zest, green apple, and white peach dancing across the taste buds. There’s a pronounced minerality that adds depth and complexity to the wine, along with a refreshing acidity that provides structure and vibrancy. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression of purity and finesse.
Overall, the Billaud-Simon Grand Cru ‘Vaudesir’ 2021 is a stunning expression of Chablis terroir, showcasing the hallmark characteristics of the region’s finest wines: purity, precision, and elegance. It’s a wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for further development over the years.