Domaine Charlène-Laurent Pinson Chablis 'Fourchaume' 1er Cru 2022
This exquisite terroir stands out as the epitome of flamboyance among Pinson's Chablis 1ers Crus. Its captivating aromatics intertwine fresh spices with the indulgent essence of crème anglaise and vanilla ice cream. Abundantly generous, the palate delights with a luxurious richness, while a refreshing lift of lemon sherbet gracefully concludes each sip, cleansing and revitalizing the palate with perfection.
Oysters, mussels, raw fish dishes and shrimps, either raw, barbecued or in sauce.
On the nose, there's an evident smokiness intertwined with a firm reduction, overshadowing the subtler fruit notes for the moment. Despite this, there's richness and generosity waiting to be discovered. These traits translate onto the palate, where medium-bodied flavors offer a caressing texture and ample volume. The finish, while dry and robust, carries a hint of rustic charm, providing satisfying length.
The palate reveals a smoky and firmly structured reduction that currently dominates over the underlying fruit. Nevertheless, there's richness and generosity present, with caressing medium-bodied flavors that exhibit good volume. The finish, though dry and quite powerful, leans slightly towards rusticity, offering fine length.
