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95
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Decanter -
95
/ 100
Jasper Morris MW
White
Classification
Chardonnay
Variety
2021
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
France
Country
Burgundy, Petit Chablis
Region
12.0%
Alcohol %
5-10 Years
Cellaring
Scores
95 / 100"One of the Dauvissat specialities, the La Forest is a triumph in 2021. From seven small parcels, the total site is less than 1ha with average vine age more than 40 years. Intriguing, slightly smoky nose, highly distinctive and different to others in the range. Plenty of power, ripe stone fruit flavours, zesty citrus acidity with a herbaceous edge adding an extra dimension. Definitely of grand cru quality."
- Decanter
95 / 100
"Fine pale lemon. A high class nose, quite discreet at the moment. This is certainly the most complete wine in the range so far, white fruit with depth, a light salinity and a sense of backbone. Forest doing its stuff to an admirable degree. Drink from 2026-2033."
- Jasper Morris MW
Tasting Notes
.Domaine Vincent Dauvissat is known for its exceptional Chablis wines, often considered among the best in the region. The winery is known for its traditional winemaking techniques, which emphasize minimal intervention and the expression of terroir.
The grapes are crushed whole-cluster to maintain natural pH levels, followed by fermentations in enamel-lined tanks and some barrels. The wine is then aged in 6-8 year old barrels. This barrel aging is crucial to their style, as it promotes ample oxygen exchange rather than aiming for reduction, allowing the wines to develop complexity.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity