Chardonnay

Burgundy, France

Wine Enthusiast - Anne Krebiehl MW

Mirabelle, yeast, chalk and slight nuttiness on this wine's nose promise generosity on the palate. This duly follows, pervaded by ripe lemon zestiness. Although still slightly funky with yeast in places, the wine is lively, profound and smooth. Allow it to come into its own and drink 2022–2040. 94 Points

Jasper Morris MW

Mid yellow colour. The 2019 Long Depaquit Vaillons offers a clear and classic nose, the refinement of little stones, plenty of juice in the fruit behind, not over ripe, though perhaps a little more heat at the back, but this is still true to type. 91 Points

Bill Nanson, The Burgundy Report

A large cuvée of 4.3 hectares, from Les Epinottes (90%) plus a little Lys and Beugnons. Elevage with 10% 2-5 year-old oak, essentially from Vosges. Then blended back into tank.

A strong mineral core to this nose – I would say tight but it’s still very open. Vibrant, saline, the energy of the previous wines. Concentrated in the finish – that’s a grand Vaillons – and it will need some patience – but bravo!