The 2018 Domaine William Fevre Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru is a Chardonnay from the Burgundy region of France, specifically the Chablis sub-region. This white wine, with a 13.0% alcohol content, is known for its complexity and elegance.
James Suckling rated this wine a 92, noting its "complex aromas of chalk, dried apple and pear with some cream." He described it as full-bodied and open with a "chalky finish" and a "lightly layered palate," suggesting it could be enjoyed now or held for future enjoyment.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave it a slightly higher score of 93+, praising its aromatic profile which includes "lemon oil, freshly baked bread, crisp green apple, white flowers, wet stones and oyster jus." The wine is described as medium to full-bodied with a "satiny and incisive" texture, "tangy acids," and a "long, sapid finish." The reviewer emphasized the wine's "fine depth at the core."
Wine Spectator awarded this wine a 91, highlighting its "apple, grapefruit and seashore notes" and an "herbal accent." The review described the wine as "racy" and "intense," with a long and focused finish, recommending it for consumption between 2021 and 2028.
John Gilman also rated the wine 93+, calling it "simply outstanding." He described a "flat out gorgeous" bouquet with notes of "lime, apple, pear, citrus zest, chalky minerality, beeswax, and apple blossoms." According to Gilman, the wine is "deep, full-bodied, complex," with "great backend mineral drive" and a "long, lifted and perfectly balanced finish."
Burghound also awarded the wine a 93, noting its "elegant, pure and relatively airy nose" with "white orchard fruit, citrus, algae, and iodine wisps." The wine is described as having "very good minerality and delineation," with "lacy and refined yet punchy flavors" and "sneaky good length" from mid-palate to finish.
Lastly, Wine Enthusiast gave the highest score of 94, highlighting "subtle aromatics" of "pear peel, creamy candlewax, and green citrus." The palate is described as having "rounded ripeness" and a "creamy, yeasty, billowing texture backed by bright lemon." The review mentions the wine's "harmony" and "lovely chalkiness on the finish."
Overall, the 2018 Domaine William Fevre Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru is highly acclaimed, praised for its complexity, balance, and elegant finish.
