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Valmur is known for being one of the more powerful of the seven Chablis Grand Crus, but in the hands of Moreau Naudet, this power is tempered by elegance and crystalline finesse. Their small patch within the cru vineyard is steep and shaded, that leaves a cooler, more minerally imprint on the final wine. There is wonderful intensity and drive, citrus and grapefruit crunch and if finishes smooth and long. Gives immense instant pleasure but be in no rush to drink this excellent cellaring prospect.

Armand Heitz has made enormous strides in the relatively short time he has been in control of the family domaine. Formed in the 1980's as Domaine Heitz-Lochardet, since 2019 the wines have been labelled as Domaine Armand Heitz to better reflect how much progress Armand has made since began the winemaking following his studies in 2011. His viticulture philosophy is holistic, with permaculture and even livestock on the property ensuring a strong biodiversity for his vines. Winemaking is classic, including whole cluster fermentations, and the resultant wines are expressive and pure in style.

Olivier Leflaive was co-manager of Domaine Leflaive until 1994 before withdrawing to concentrate on his own venture which he started in 1985. Today the domaine produces wine from some 65 appellations with 85% of the production being white wine. One of Burgundys most respected producers the estate produces a number of domaine wines from its own vineyards alongside its range of negocé bottlings. This Chardonnay is a wine with a fine aromatic intensity of almond, hazelnut, apple and a nice balance between smoothness and freshness on the palate.