2018 Domaine William Fevre Chablis Montee de Tonnerre Premier Cru

Chardonnay - 750ML
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WE 94 BH 93 JG 93 WA 93 JS 92 WS 91
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, December 2020

Subtle aromatics combine pear peel, creamy candlewax and green citrus into an alluring, fresh nose on this wine. The palate comes in with rounded ripeness. It redoubles that sense of creaminess that rests on a yeasty...
BH 93

Burghound, November 2020

An elegant, pure and relatively airy nose combines plenty of Chablis typicity with notes of white orchard fruit, citrus, algae and iodine wisps. There is very good minerality and delineation to the lacy and refined yet...
JG 93

View From The Cellar, November 2019

93+ The 2018 Montée de Tonnerre from Domaine Fèvre is simply outstanding. The bouquet is flat out gorgeous already, wafting from the glass in a blend of lime, apple, pear, citrus zest, a complex base of chalky minerality...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, July 2020

93+ Meeting the optimist expirations I established a year ago, the 2018 Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre offers up aromas of lemon oil, freshly baked bread, crisp green apple, white flowers, wet stones and oyster jus...
JS 92

jamessuckling.com, December 2021

Complex aromas of chalk, dried apple and pear with some cream. It’s full-bodied and open now. Chalky at the finish. Lightly layered palate. Drink or hold.
WS 91

Wine Spectator, December 2020

Apple, grapefruit and seashore notes combine in this racy Chablis. There's an herbal accent too as this remains intense, long and focused on the finish. Best from 2021 through 2028. – BS

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Chardonnay
Country France
Region Burgundy
Sub-region Chablis
Appellation Montee de Tonnerre
Vintage 2018
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

This 2018 Domaine William Fevre Chablis Montee de Tonnerre Premier Cru is a white wine that embodies the elegance and complexity of Chardonnay from the renowned Chablis region in Burgundy, France. With its stunning pale yellow color and a cork closure, this wine represents the epitome of refinement.

On the nose, this wine offers a captivating bouquet of chalk, dried apple, and pear, complemented by a hint of cream. The aromas are intricate and layered, showcasing the wine's depth and sophistication. As you take your first sip, you'll be greeted by a full-bodied and open palate. The Chardonnay grapes used in this wine imbue it with a delightful chalky finish, adding a unique touch to the overall experience.

Renowned wine critic James Suckling awarded this wine an impressive score of 92 points. He noted the complex aromas and the lightly layered palate, suggesting that it can be enjoyed now or cellared for further development. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also praised this wine, giving it a score of 93+. Their tasting note highlighted the aromas of lemon oil, freshly baked bread, green apple, white flowers, wet stones, and oyster jus. They described the wine as medium to full-bodied, satiny, and incisive, with tangy acids and fine depth.

Wine Spectator awarded this Chablis Montee de Tonnerre 91 points, emphasizing the combination of apple, grapefruit, and seashore notes. They mentioned the wine's racy character, herbal accent, and its intense, long, and focused finish. John Gilman from View From The Cellar was equally impressed, awarding the wine 93 points. He praised the gorgeous bouquet, the deep and full-bodied palate, and the rock-solid core, as well as the great backend mineral drive.

Burghound awarded this wine a score of 93 points, describing it as elegant, pure, and relatively airy. They highlighted the Chablis typicity, the notes of white orchard fruit, citrus, algae, and iodine. The lacy and refined flavors were praised for their good minerality, delineation, and sneaky good length. Wine Enthusiast was particularly enthralled, rating this wine with an outstanding score of 94 points. They celebrated the subtle aromatics of pear peel, creamy candlewax, and green citrus, as well as the rounded ripeness and creaminess on the palate.

Overall, this 2018 Domaine William Fevre Chablis Montee de Tonnerre Premier Cru is a wine of exceptional quality and finesse. Its harmonious interplay of freshness, ripeness, and texture makes it a truly remarkable expression of Chardonnay from the esteemed Chablis region. Whether enjoyed now or aged for further development, this wine promises to deliver an unforgettable tasting experience.