Lanolin, exotic citrus, some curry notes.
Lanolin, exotic citrus, some curry notes.
Mar 20th, 2023Melon, honeysuckle, citrus and a hint of guava on the nose after a few hours open. On the palate there is citrus bitterness, a tactile quality, and a sweet and flinty acidity. Like orange creamsicle made from scratch; a perfume of orange blossom coats the mouth. Unbelievable balance. As fabulous a Chenin as can be had in this price range. No doubt this will evolve nicely in the cellar.
Melon, honeysuckle, citrus and a hint of guava on the nose after a few hours open. On the palate there is citrus bitterness, a tactile quality, and a sweet and flinty acidity. Like orange creamsicle made from scratch; a perfume of orange blossom coats the mouth. Unbelievable balance. As fabulous a Chenin as can be had in this price range. No doubt this will evolve nicely in the cellar.
Mar 25th, 2022
Needs time to settle down a bit, but lots of structure with decent acidity. A bit disjointed right now.
Needs time to settle down a bit, but lots of structure with decent acidity. A bit disjointed right now.
Mar 23rd, 2021
I’ve been a fan of Jacky Blot for awhile, but this is my first vintage of the Clos Michet. Crisp pomaceous fruit and floral notes emerging right away along with crushed rocks and a subtle reductive, flinty nuance that suggested Burgundy at first glance. The palate is nicely framed by more distinct Chenin-like nerve and intensity, but retains a slightly nutty, toasted brioche quality evident on the nose. I found this to be very nicely balanced despite the youth. It’s precise and focused, but I wouldn’t say austere.
I’ve been a fan of Jacky Blot for awhile, but this is my first vintage of the Clos Michet. Crisp pomaceous fruit and floral notes emerging right away along with crushed rocks and a subtle reductive, flinty nuance that suggested Burgundy at first glance. The palate is nicely framed by more distinct Chenin-like nerve and intensity, but retains a slightly nutty, toasted brioche quality evident on the nose. I found this to be very nicely balanced despite the youth. It’s precise and focused, but I wouldn’t say austere.
Jul 26th, 2019
Spice, lovely oxidative notes, and huuuuge acid
Spice, lovely oxidative notes, and huuuuge acid
Jun 20th, 2017
Montlouis-sur-Loire, Touraine, Loire Valley, France
