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Domaine Thierry Laffay Chablis Vielles Vignes 2021
$70
Description
Shroomy wet wool funk reminiscent of old school. I think it’s a character from low pH high acid whites with a good reduction. Build in depth and length Mid-Palate weight beyond the standard Chablis. Saline. Much more complete wine. Better even flow and drive coming through. The delightful lacing of maple syrup, from a clever élévage adds to the mid-palate weight. A little baking spice and crème pat.
A note on the 2021’s: The 2021 Laffay’s are a blast from the classically styled Chablis of the 1970’s with lower alcohols, cutting acidity with wonderful transparency, complexed by balanced & intriguing funky reduction. Tank fermented & aged with the exception of the Grand Cru Vaudésir. They have excellent development with freshness, no puppy fat. Some wise winemaking clearly at play. These make for a great comparison with the richer 2020’s. A matter of celebrating the differences between the two years, & enjoying two styles with the same overarching philosophy of making grape-first wines of energy & personality.
“A small cuvée, this year a blend of parcels. A deeper nose with a little lime fruit. Broader, silky, mineral wine – again with lots of citrus and fine acidity. This wine finishes more intense… A super finish, that’s lovely…”
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