2014 Domaine Louis Michel et Fils Chablis Butteaux Vieilles Vignes 1er Cru

Subtle aromas of apricot, ginger and minerals. Deeper than the regular Butteaux but less sweet and forthcoming in the middle palate. In fact, with its firm 4.7 g/l acidity, this juicy wine is quite tight today. Yields in the Montmain area were small in 2014, according to Gicqueau-Michel. This was was actually the highest in residual sugar among the 2014s but still at a very low 1.0 g/l, he added.

Inviting pale yellow. Terrific lift to the fresh apricot, smoky mineral, menthol and spice aromas. A large-scaled, salty wine with a lovely mouthfilling texture. Strong minerality and harmonious acidity accentuate the wine's dryness but the concentrated fruit and spice flavors are fully ripe. Finishing minerality really piques the palate on the long aftertaste.