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Domaine des Malandes, Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2023
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2023 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru has a competent nose with decent fruit intensity, though it is not the most complex Les Clos that I encountered during my tastings. The palate is much better, with a peachy opening and fine depth. This leans perhaps a little too far to the tropical side of the fruit spectrum on the finish. Then again, it does uphold tension and feels long. Give this a couple of years and keep your fingers crossed that the aromatics up their game. Tasted blind at the BIVB tasting in Chablis.
About the Producer
Domaine des Malandes is a family-owned estate located in the Chablis appellation of Burgundy, France. For over a century, the domain has been in the hands of the Defaix family, who have meticulously tended their vineyards in premier and grand cru sites to produce exceptionally pure and terroir-driven Chardonnay wines. Through sustainable viticulture and minimal-intervention winemaking, the Defaixs capture the essence of the distinct Chablis terroir in their crisp, mineral-driven wines that display remarkable focus, elegance, and age-worthiness. Domaine des Malandes' commitment to quality and its deep connection to the land have earned it a stellar reputation among Chablis connoisseurs worldwide.
