Pierrick Laroche Chablis AC 2022

As with the Petit Chablis, the domain has nearly 12ha planted in the Chablis classification, all of it (like the Petit) planted in the Maligny commune except for 1ha in the little valley of Fontenay heading toward the Grand Crus. He has eight parcels ranked Chablis, and the average age of the vines is 30 years.

‘The 2022 Chablis Village has a light, slightly chalky bouquet that opens nicely with aeration. Very controlled. The palate is well balanced, with a touch of reduction on the entry and fine acidity with hints of fresh mango and Clementine towards the finish. It errs towards the tropical side, but it retains crispness and typicite.’ Neal Martin, Vinous, July 2023.