Catching up on my notes. This was much better than the last bottle. Enjoyable, but it was crazy that this Gamay felt heavier than the Nebbiolo on the table. In its defense, it was up against Luca Roagna’s deft touch (see my notes on the 17’ Gallina). Despite its hefty structure, the Thevenet Morgon still had plenty of energy. Whole cluster goodness and plenty of red cherries. The palate was full-bodied with a supple texture. It had a touch of candied “sweetness” but plenty of acidity to keep things lively. Finished spicy with suggestions of minerality. One to revisit on a better occasion. — 6 months ago
A Régnié which expresses itself on the side of black cherries, kirsch, or Plum Eau de vie. The nose is very expressive and counterbalances a very dry character in the mouth, almost salty. Aerial, accurate. To drink.
Note revised upwards, at D+1 because it held up admirably and even opened up to additional nuances. A sincere wine. Really well done.
Un Régnié qui s’exprime du côté des cerises noires, kirsch, ou encore Eau de vie de prune. Le nez est très expressif et contrebalance un caractère très sec en bouche, quasi salin. Aérien, précis. À boire.
Note revue à la hausse, à J+1 car il a admirablement tenu et s’est même ouvert sur des nuances supplémentaires. Un vin sincère. Vraiment bien fait. — 2 years ago
Fun and funky. A little yeasty but overall a solid natural beaujolais — a month ago
2022 vintage. More color and richer flavors than expected. Medium body. Super harmonious with complementary acidity to finish up the proceedings. Quite the mouthful of Chablis. This was outstanding. Age it if you prefer but drinking very nicely now. 6.26.24. — 5 months ago
Pale lemon color.
Aromas of citrus, smoke.
Dry. Flavors white grapefruit, salty minerality.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — 3 months ago
Best Chamblis to date. Heavy lime and green apple, high minerality. This borders on “be careful” level. Way too “drinkable.” Would absolutely buy again. — 6 months ago
The pear flavor really punches thru. Very flavorful. — 10 months ago
Great bottle,
This all estate grown gem from Baron Fuente is composed of 45% Chardonnay, 40% Meunier, and 15% Pinot Noir from around Charly-sur-Marne. This drinks great right now because of the long ageing that the team at Baron Fuente have lavished on it, but will also keep great in good storage over the medium term. (Gary Westby, K&L Champagne Buyer) — 3 years ago
Autumn Anderson
68 % meunier, 28% Chardonnay, 4% Pinot Noir, Bottled Jan 2018, Disgorged April 2022 — 8 days ago