2007 Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre (France, Burgundy, Chablis, Chablis 1er Cru)

ovely Chablis. Young, stern, citrus, minerality, a touch of saltiness and youthful, light texture. I paired this with Linguini in a light tomato white wine sauce with Shrimp. Delicious and a perfect pairing. 

2007 Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre (France, Burgundy, Chablis, Chablis 1er Cru)

Another winner in my book. Like its lesser (VV Sainte Claire) and leaner (Mont de Milieu) siblings, this wine is made from the same cloth. Stony minerality, an almost saline component, lemon/citrus and amazing freshness. Unlike the Sainte Claire and Mont de Milieu, the Montee de Tonnerre is a little richer and rounder and pairs better and more harmoniously with delicate fish (like fresh Cod). Fantastic structure, balance, and finesse. Lovely wine. Recommended.

2007 Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis 1er Cru Mont de Milieu (France, Burgundy, Chablis, Chablis 1er Cru)

I opened this to accompany grilled squid and Florida rock shrimp this weekend. If you like lean, mean Chablis, this will be for you. Very vervy wine that beckons with citrus and astounding minerality. As I usually do, I followed this over the course of a few nights, and it just keeps getting better. As much as I liked it on day one, it has mellowed out substantially and come together better with more air. For $27, this was a great buy in my book.