2008 Vincent Dauvissat, Chablis Grand Cru, Preuses 1x750ml

Robert Parker 97

"I rank Vincent Dauvissat’s 2008 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses as one of his greatest hits, and it’s a wine I can never resist ordering whenever I encounter it. This bottle did nothing to dissuade me of my opinion, unfurling in the glass with a stunning bouquet of lemon oil, mandarin, honeycomb, dried white flowers and almond paste, complemented by classy top notes of iodine and salty oystershell. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, deep and layered, with incredible concentration and intensity, a racy line of acidity and a long, stony finish. It’s a Preuses that stands out for its combination of texture, intensity and weightlessness, and while it’s still youthful, it is drinking superbly already. Writing this note, I’m already salivating for the next bottle." [William Kelley, 31/08/2018]

Anticipated maturity: 2018-2033

Vinous 95+

Bright full yellow. Very ripe aromas of mirabelle, yellow peach, clove, honey, menthol and spring flowers. Wonderfully sweet and fine-grained, with terrific ginger and floral lift to the stone fruit and licorice flavors. This is bigger and denser than the young 2009 but will require longer to express itself fully. The wonderfully vibrant, palate-staining aftertaste is perked up by a note of orange oil. I’d like to check in on this one after about ten years. [Stephen Tanzer, 07/01/2010]