Gérard Duplessis 'Montée de Tonnerre' Chablis 1er Cru Vintage:2023Pairs with: Freshly shucked raw oysters, pan seared sea scallops in a lemon caper butter sauce, poached lobster tail, roasted French chicken with tarragon butter, or an artisanal cheese platter featuring aged Comt, Chaource, and truffled triple crme. Good for: Experiencing the absolute pinnacle of Premier Cru Chablis that easily rivals Grand Cru quality; treating aficionados of razor sharp, texturally dense white Burgundy; or tucking away into a
Pairs with: Rosemary-rubbed roast lamb shoulders
warming trail of baking spice
with mouthwatering acidity and a consistent seam of minerality
nakedly authentic snapshot of cool-climate French terroir
with delicate aromas that result from 6 months in French oak
savory aromatic tapestry of fresh sage
beautifully viscous mouthfeel that entirely coats the mouth in dark fruit
Lithology crafts wines of profound depth
and a naturally "pretentious" attitude—they decided to lean into the clichés entirely
carrying notes of pomegranate seed and savory field herbs into a long
a touch of caramel apples
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