(92-94 points) Tasted from tank just prior to bottling, the 2017 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru shows why this vintage is so compelling. Apricot, peach and tropical fruit give the 2017 a decidedly exotic flair, and yet bright...

(91-94 points) There is an interesting, if very subtle, minty character to the ripe, expressive and attractively layered nose of both white and yellow peach, nectarine and iodine along with a plethora of floral elements...

(90-92 points) The mildly exotic aromas of yellow orchard fruit, petrol and quinine give way to dense and sappy flavors that also possess fine volume on the powerful, saline and bone-dry finale. This is coming along very...

The 2019 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru is very well defined and focused on the nose, yellow flowers intermingling with crushed stone and light flinty aromas. The harmonious palate is well balanced with a fine sense of energy...

(90-93 points) This is a blend from across the wider Vaillons appellation with two plots in Séchets, two in Chatains, one each in Mélinots and Roncières. Currently all is in tank but some will spend a bit of time in wood...

The 2018 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru comes from a small 0.19ha parcel of 25-year-old vines and sees 9 months in oak barrel. It has a pretty, more mineral-driven bouquet than the Mont de Milieu, although it needs a tad more...

From a selection of parcels in Sécher, Chatains, Roncières and Mélinots. Harvested separately and fermented before blending. Bright, very zippy, lemon acidity, crisp, floral, and with nice weight. 50% oak but very subtle...