wild forest berries are layered beautifully into a rich and elegantly textured palate with fine velvety tannins and lingering notes of black pepper and sage for an extremely long finish
We’ve also used grapes from a terroir further north in the appellation to gain freshness and complexity
On the nose aromas of perfumed blackberry fruit are married with a subtle spiciness
The October 2024 release
TROPHY - South Australian Red
Domaine Louis Michel & Fils, Chablis 1er Cru, Montee de Tonnerre, 2024 (Case) Vicomté d'Aumelas wild forest berries are layeredMontee de Tonnerre is the very finest and most prestigious Premier Cru, offering quality regularly approaching that of Grand Cru Chablis. Louis Michel produces grapes from an entire slope at this location, creating a powerful wine with complexity, balance, wonderful refinement and ageing potential. It has concentration and richness, carried in such a subtle way. "Grand Cru, at half the price" fabulous, and not to be missed.