Ratings
Burghound 92 · Vinous 92-94 · Decanter 95 · Jasper Morris 91-94
Identity
| Producer | Simon Colin |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | 1er Cru |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | primrose yellow aspect |
| Aroma | A cooler and more restrained nose is comprised by notes of mineral reduction, lemon zest and a floral top note|slightly chalky bouquet with hints of linseed and walnut in the background|ripe pear and passionfruit aroma and suggestion of fresh butter|aromas of white peach, lemon zest, and acacia flowers, with subtle notes of hazelnut and flint|lemon zest and wet stone aromas|aromas of yellow fruits |
| Palate | The sleeker if not denser middleweight flavors also possess a lovely sense of tension and vibrancy|The palate is very well-balanced with a smooth, slightly creamy texture counterbalancing acidity|well-balanced richness|more opulent bouquet here, with considerable tension though on the palate. Does it fill out the middle?|well-balanced, featuring vibrant acidity, creamy texture|laser-like precision|beautiful density and concentration on the palate |
| Finish | stonier and youthfully austere well-balanced finish|long, mineral-driven finish|rewardingly long finish|good length|long, mineral-driven finish |
| Food Pairing | It will pair excellently with pan-seared scallops, roasted chicken with herbs, or creamy mushroom risotto. Its bright acidity and complex flavors complement rich and savory dishes without overpowering them. |
| Aging Potential | Drink starting 2029|Drink between 2026-2040|Anticipated maturity: 2027-2050|require 7-10 years to fully develop|gains textural complexity with 5+ years of aging |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| The élevage period for both colours of wines typically spans 12 to 15 months |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | higher altitude than Les Vergers, near the Saint-Aubin appellation |
| Soil | clay-limestone |
| Vine Age | young and old vines from the Clos St Abdon, with vines planted between 1989 and 1991 |
Interesting facts
| Simon Colin farms three parcels of Les Chaumées totaling 0.70 hectares located on slightly flatter land down the slope from Les Chaumées. The wine is whole-bunch pressed with 20% new oak and no battonage. Anticipated maturity 2027-2050. |