
The 2020 Louis Jadot Chablis Blanchot Grand Cru is a Chardonnay hailing from the esteemed Burgundy region of France, specifically the Chablis sub-region. This white wine, produced by Louis Jadot, is noted for its classic characteristics associated with the Chablis appellation. The wine is sealed with a traditional cork and has an alcohol content of 13.0%.
Vinous reviewer Neal Martin tasted this wine in June 2022 and provided a comprehensive review. He rated the wine a respectable 90 points. Martin described the nose of the wine as "rather straightforward considering the vineyard in question, although it opens with aeration." He noted that the oak influence, from the half that was aged in 400-litre oak barrels, was somewhat "obtrusive," suggesting that the wood might overshadow some of the wine's more delicate characteristics.
On the palate, Martin found the 2020 Chablis Blanchot Grand Cru to be balanced, with "good depth" and "fine acidity." However, he remarked that it is a "conservative Blanchots that is missing a bit of flair on the finish." This suggests that while the wine possesses a solid structure and classic Chablis acidity, it may lack some of the more dynamic qualities that could elevate it further. Martin's final takeaway was that the wine "plays it safe," indicating a well-made but perhaps not extraordinary expression of the Blanchot Grand Cru terroir.
The review by Vinous provides a balanced perspective on this wine, acknowledging its strengths in depth and acidity while pointing out areas where it might fall short, such as the integration of oak and overall flair. This wine may appeal to those who appreciate a classic, straightforward Chablis but might not satisfy those seeking a more adventurous or complex profile.