Finally! The weather is starting to warm which means it’s time to begin stocking your cellar with this season’s latest white Burgundy releases. There’s nothing more refreshing than a glass of chilled Chablis on a warm spring day. In preparation for my upcoming spring gatherings, I thought it would be fun to taste one of Patrick Piuze’s 2014 Chablis just to see what I have in store for myself and my guests.
The up-and-coming Patrick Piuze is certainly making a splash in Burgundy. Unfortunately, so far there has only been a very small production of each vintage, but they are all fantastic and worth every cent. The good news though, you don’t have to spend much to find a quality bottle of Chablis when it comes to Piuze! His selection is under priced, but they won’t stay that way for long.
If you’re interested in trying the newest vintage of Chablis from Piuze, I would absolutely suggest the 94 point, Premier Cru Vaulorent. I struck gold when I opened this bottle, and I’m not just referring to the hint of gold coloring that was shining in my glass. The nose was crisp with hints of peach and saline. My palate was greeted with citrus notes followed by a smooth finish with mouthwatering length. This bottle was not too sweet and not too bitter – it was just right for my taste. I decided it was best not to pair this bottle with a dish. Instead I kicked back, relaxed and daydreamed of sunshine. This was the perfect Chablis to transport me back to the days of sun and sand.
If you’re ready to start adding to your collection for the spring and summer of 2016, why not grab the 2014 Patrick Piuze Chablis Vaulorent for only $54.95 per bottle! John Gilman thought it worthy of a 94 point rating and Neal Martin was not far behind with 93 points. I would give it a 95 - what will you rate this lovely Chablis?
“The 2014 Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent comes from two lieux-dits within the vineyard picked around three or four days apart. It has a refined, linden and citrus-scented bouquet that unfolds in the glass… The palate is fresh and vibrant, full of tension and with fine density, a touch of spice enlivening the finish that feels long in the mouth. What a superb contribution to the vintage.” Neal Martin, eRobertParker.com – 93 points