The 2020 Antoine Jobard Saint Aubin 1er Cru Sur le Sentier du Clou Chardonnay is a white wine from the renowned Burgundy region of France, specifically the Cote de Beaune. This wine is produced by Antoine Jobard and is characterized by its minerality and precision, typical of its stony vineyard site in the Combe of Saint-Aubin.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine a score of 91, highlighting its aromas of "sweet citrus fruit, white flowers, freshly baked bread" with a touch of reduction. The palate is described as medium-bodied, satiny, and vibrant, with a fine-boned and mineral quality. The review emphasizes the wine's reflection of its stony terroir, offering a balanced and vibrant drinking experience.
Jasper Morris, from his publication Inside Burgundy, also provided a commendable review, scoring the wine between 90 and 92 points. He notes the wine's pale color with a "light green streak" and describes it as precise and stony. On the palate, it presents flavors of "ripe lemons and apples," with an unexpected elegance and a long finish. Morris suggests that the wine may develop further with time.
Both reviewers praise the wine for its elegance and mineral-driven character. The wine’s ability to convey the essence of its terroir is a noted strength, with Morris pointing out that it is "not as austere at the back of the palate as expected." This Chardonnay is a fine example of the subtle complexity and finesse that wines from this region can offer.