2023 Chablis, Valmur, Grand Cru, Bessin-Tremblay, Burgundy Large Formats Super-silky tannins and a mocha

Super-silky tannins and a mocha hint at the finish add complexity

but also grace

The palate is powerful yet sophisticated and everything we’ve come to expect from this distillery

but this seems unfair at 30 years of age – this wine is still rippling with power

2023 Chablis, Valmur, Grand Cru, Bessin-Tremblay, Burgundy Large Formats Super-silky tannins and a mochaThe Bessins have just over two hectares here, with the oldest part planted in 1947. In what is a very sunny site, the Bessins have made an incredibly mineral wine. Remarkably tight and focused, with just a hint of peach fruit, there is the sense of reserve and fluidity here. In time, this will fill out; for the moment it is tightly wound. The class and refinement are already in place, however. Adam Bruntlett, Senior Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd