Simmonet-Febvre, Chablis Grand Cru Preuses 2020

The wine has a pale lemon-yellow color. The first nose is reserved, but the wine opens up after aeration. It expresses notes of lemon, lemon zest, fresh quince, green apple, hay, tangy apricot, white peach, fresh pineapple, as well as touches of white flowers (acacia, lime blossom apple blossom), herbs (fresh green tea leaves, lily), a touch of vanilla, nutmeg, fresh hazelnut, toasted brioche and lemon yogurt. On the palate, the wine offers more expression and complexity. We find spicy and toasted flavors (vanilla, clove, hazelnut and toasted almond), a hint of toasted brioche, as well as concentrated fruits (ripe lemon, lemon jam, candied orange zest, fresh pineapple, fresh apricot, yellow peach), complemented by floral and herbaceous notes (acacia, orange blossom, dried grass) and a delicate lactic touch (apricot yogurt). The finish is fresh, chiseled and tangy, with very good persistence, a slight bitterness and delicate honeyed notes. A wine with complexity and substance.