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The February 2017 Internet-Only Auction Part 1
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Estimate: $300
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"100% vinified in wood; Billaud is of the belief that Blanchot is the most mineral-dominated cru in Chablis, indeed so much so that it can be a brutal and violent wine that must be "tamed" by the wood, hence the different vinification philosophy; the Billaud vines directly abut Les Clos. Here too there is discreet wood influence combining with floral and white peach aromas that precede the big, rich, powerful and painfully intense flavors that explode into a citrus and mineral suffused finish that seems to go on and on. I very much like the textured quality of the finish that really coats the mouth as well."
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"100% vinified in wood; Billaud is of the belief that Blanchot is the most mineral-dominated cru in Chablis, indeed so much so that it can be a brutal and violent wine that must be "tamed" by the wood, hence the different vinification philosophy; the Billaud vines directly abut Les Clos. Here too there is discreet wood influence combining with floral and white peach aromas that precede the big, rich, powerful and painfully intense flavors that explode into a citrus and mineral suffused finish that seems to go on and on. I very much like the textured quality of the finish that really coats the mouth as well."
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The world's most influential fine-wine producer and the benchmark for Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and the Rhone. Its appellation (AOC) system codifies geography, grape and method, and its wines set the global standard for age-worthiness and terroir expression.
Produces the world's most revered Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from a mosaic of tiny, terroir-defined climats. Its hierarchy of village, Premier Cru and Grand Cru vineyards makes site the ultimate expression of quality.
Produces steely, mineral Chardonnay from Kimmeridgian limestone in Burgundy's cool north, prized for precision, purity and saline drive.
The world's most versatile white grape, producing everything from steely Chablis to rich, oaked whites. Its neutrality makes it a mirror of terroir and winemaking, and the foundation of white Burgundy and Champagne.