Domaine Daniel Dampt 2023 Chablis "Cote de Lechet" 1er Cru 750ml

A slightly riper, and denser, nose is composed by aromas of citrus confit, iodine, acacia and poached pear. The bigger, richer and more voluminous medium-bodied flavors possess a succulent, even seductive, texture while exhibiting solid power on the complex, sneaky long and beautifully well-balanced finale. Excellent.

Score: 90-93 points -- Allen Meadows, Burghound.com, 2024

Daniel Dampt, continuing a 150-year family legacy in winemaking, has merged his vineyard with his father-in-law, Jean Defaix's. Their estate now spans 30 hectares, with 16 hectares dedicated to Chablis and 14 hectares to Chablis Premier Cru, notably in regions like Vaillons, Fourchaume, Cote de Lechet, Les Lys, and Beauroy. They've recently upgraded their cellar, now featuring stainless steel tanks and modern, efficient equipment. This upgrade has boosted their bottle production to 150,000 annually. Importantly, all of Daniel Dampt's wines are produced and bottled on-site, using grapes exclusively from their vineyards, ensuring distinct personality and quality in each wine. Daniel's sons, Vincent and Sebastien, are now actively involved in the family business, bringing fresh perspectives from their training stints in New Zealand and Australia.