A Crisp Chablis To Start 2024

A crisp start to the wine tasting year with a #chablis from @chablismosnier hit with loads of that nervy tension. A follow up to the always engaging #live #winechat with @iola.wines Live Wine Tasting January 3, 2024

▫️Domaine Mosnier is a family-run winery with a long history of producing quality Chablis. Stephanie Mosnier took over the family winery in 2007 and priority number one was the reduce any sort of chemical/pesticide etc is make it as natural as possible. They adhere to HVE certified & #sustainable viticulture of the infamous Kimmeridgian and marl soils, including hand-harvesting and ambient yeasts for fermentation in oak barrels.

Domaine Mosnier Chablis 2020

▫️ The wine pours a pale gold color with hints of green. A swirl releases a bouquet of aromas that immediately transport you to the Chablis countryside. Crisp green apple, pear and lime mingle with wet stones, crushed shells, chalk, and a touch lime blossom and honeysuckle. There’s a subtle hint of yuzu adding a refreshing edge. The first sip is a shining star full of brightness. A medium bodied wine with a vervey acidity that dances on the tongue. The minerality takes center stage, a symphony of wet stones, and crushed seashells. But it’s not harsh or austere; it’s beautifully balanced by the juicy orchard fruit flavors of ripe apple, pear, and a hint of quince. A thread of citrus zest and honeycomb carry into the Brie cheese rind & saline mineral finish with a hint of white pepper and of almond that adds depth and intrigue. A well made, clean and classic Chablis that will please any palate.

▫️Drink on its own as an apéritif or with a classic pairing of oysters, shrimp risotto, or linguine with clam sauce. #winefood #winefoodpairing #winetasting #winewriter