Domaine Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin Chablis Montée de Tonnere 2024

Domaine Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin’s 2024 Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre is a precise, beautifully layered expression of one of Chablis’ most admired premier crus. Concentrated for the vintage and marked by a refined touch of oak, it combines tension, depth, and a distinctly mineral Chablis character. Historically, Montée de Tonnerre is prized for producing wines that can rival grand cru sites in complexity and finesse.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a poised, elegant profile with citrus brightness and a sleek, pale-gold appearance typical of fine Chablis. On the nose, aromas of nashi pear, orange peel, vanilla bean, and flint create a vivid and expressive bouquet, balancing ripe fruit with stony reduction and subtle barrel influence. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, tight-knit, and juicy, with impressive concentration for the 2024 vintage. The finish is long and persistent, with a clear oak imprint that adds texture and depth without overwhelming the wine’s mineral core. It should age well, gaining further complexity and harmony over time.

Production
Montée de Tonnerre is a celebrated Premier Cru site in Chablis, known for its limestone-rich Kimmeridgian soils that lend the wines their signature mineral drive and salinity. Domaine Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin works with careful vineyard management and selective harvesting to preserve freshness and site expression. The wine is vinified with measured use of oak, allowing the concentration of the vintage and the character of the terroir to shine through while adding subtle structure and complexity.

Food & Serving
This Chablis pairs especially well with oysters, scallops, lobster, white fish, roast chicken, and creamy seafood dishes, as well as soft-ripened cheeses. Serve chilled at around 10–12°C. A short decant can be beneficial if opened young, helping the oak and mineral elements integrate more smoothly.

Producer
Domaine Jean-Paul & Benoît Droin is one of Chablis’ most respected family domaines, with a long history in the region and a strong reputation for producing classically styled wines with precision and depth. The estate is especially well regarded for its Premier Cru and Grand Cru bottlings, which consistently showcase the purity and terroir-driven character of Chablis. Over the years, the domaine has earned broad recognition for balancing tradition with careful modern winemaking.

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