robert_parker 2012
Rating: 88 –90
The 2012 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos has a lifted bouquet with citrus peel, walnut and smoke that takes a little encouragement. The palate is fresh and vibrant with a crisp citric thread. It is nicely poised but reticent at present, though there is very good concentration on the finish. Good potential. When tasting through the domaine’s white 2012s in Beaune, Mounir suddenly disappeared with an ominous “I’ve got a couple of things that will surprise you.” What could that be? Turns out that unsatisfied with the zillion cuvees he offers, he has added two more from Chablis from rented vineyards. In keeping with his modus operandi, these Chablis wines are undergoing an extended maturation in barrel and should be bottled later this year. No known US importer.