2020 Louis Jadot Santenay Clos de Malte

Chardonnay - 750ML
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JS 92 WA 90
JS 92

jamessuckling.com, September 2022

Full pear and candied-lemon nose with quite pronounced, yeasty notes from sur-lie maturation and a hint of tarragon. Quite a rich, bold wine for Santenay, but with a cool, slightly herbal side that balances the ripeness...
WA 90

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, January 2022

Aromas of citrus zest, crisp orchard fruit, clear honey and almonds introduce the 2020 Santenay Clos de Malte Blanc (Domaine Louis Jadot), a medium to full-bodied, charming wine that's bright and vibrant, concluding with...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type
White
Varietal
Chardonnay
Country
France
Region
Burgundy
Sub-region
Cote de Beaune
Appellation
Santenay
Vintage
2020
Size
750ML
Percent alcohol
13%
Closure
Cork

The 2020 Louis Jadot Santenay Clos de Malte Blanc is a Chardonnay hailing from the celebrated Burgundy region of France, specifically the Cote de Beaune sub-region. This wine, produced by Louis Jadot, is presented in a 750ml bottle and sealed with a cork. It carries an alcohol content of 13.0%.

Renowned wine critic James Suckling awarded this vintage a commendable score of 92. He describes the wine as having a "full pear and candied-lemon nose with quite pronounced, yeasty notes from sur-lie maturation and a hint of tarragon." Suckling notes that it is "quite a rich, bold wine for Santenay," but balances this with a "cool, slightly herbal side that balances the ripeness very nicely." He also points out that the grapes used in this wine are organically grown. Suckling concludes his review by suggesting that the wine can be enjoyed now or held for further aging.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also reviewed this wine, giving it a score of 90. The review highlights the wine's "aromas of citrus zest, crisp orchard fruit, clear honey and almonds." It is described as "a medium to full-bodied, charming wine that's bright and vibrant." The review further notes that the wine concludes with a "chalky finish," and labels it as "another success for this late-ripening site."

Both reviewers agree on the wine's complexity and balance, with Suckling emphasizing its richness and herbal notes, and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate focusing on its vibrant charm and finish. The 2020 Louis Jadot Santenay Clos de Malte Blanc is clearly a well-regarded Chardonnay that offers a harmonious blend of rich fruit flavors and refreshing herbal undertones, making it a versatile choice for various palates.