La Chablisienne - Chablis 1er Cru Les Lys 2011
15/20
Bettane & Desseauve
1*Étoile
Hachette
“Grown on the left bank of the Serein River, near Les Vaillons, and made from old vines, this wine combines a rich, indulgent character with lovely freshness. The nose features aromas of ripe fruit and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, it is round and powerful, while retaining a lovely minerality that ensures a fresh finish.” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2015)
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Eye
lemon-yellow dress
Nose
Floral and light, with hints of lilac and honeysuckle.
Palate
very smooth with a tangy finish reminiscent of English candy
Serve
at 8-10°C
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2020
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2015 guide) 15/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2020 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)
About the estate:
Chablis’s leading producer consistently delivers a faithful interpretation of the appellation, thanks to the precise and meticulous work of winemaker Vincent Bartement. As always, the wines are released with a one-year delay; this year’s 2016 vintage was a challenging one, but the Mont-de-Milieu terroir fared very well. Other terroirs that the winery usually handles well taste a bit less impressive; let’s wait for the 2017s!
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2015) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
Grown on the left bank of the Serein River, near Les Vaillons, and made from old vines, this wine combines a rich, full-bodied character with lovely freshness. The nose features aromas of ripe fruit and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, it is round and powerful, yet retains a lovely minerality that ensures a fresh finish.
About the estate:
Founded in 1923, La Chablisienne is a cooperative winery comprising nearly 300 winegrowers and representing a quarter of the Chablis vineyards; it celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2013. It is a modern, high-performing organization that plays a major role in the appellation’s reputation. The Grenouilles Grand Cru is one of its flagship wines.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
The largest producer of Chablis is among the best cooperatives in France, demonstrating equal skill in both business and winemaking. With so many vintages produced, it can be difficult to choose, but all the wines now benefit from flawless technical expertise in pressing and aging on the lees. The standout specialties are the consistently excellent Chablis Vieilles Vignes and the Premier Crus in heavy bottles, which rival the finest wines from private estates, not to mention the famous Grand Cru Château Grenouilles—which should not be drunk too young! The entry-level wines have improved significantly and have shed the reductive notes that once characterized them. Chablis is in fine form!