Moillard-Thomas Chablis is produced by one of the region’s oldest wine merchants, known for their long-standing expertise. This 2023 vintage is made in stainless steel vats, unoaked as is typical for non-Premier Cru Chablis.
The 2021 vintage of this wine was recognised with an IWC award in 2022, highlighting its quality. This Chablis is 12.5% ABV, dry with citrus aromas and flavours of white stone fruit complemented by a slight minerality. It has a particularly pleasant, rounded mouthfeel that sets it apart. The wine is both refreshing and smooth, making it very suitable for pairing with food. While seafood is a natural match, I found that it also worked very well with chicken.
It has a strong 4.0 rating on Vivino, though reviews on Majestic’s website appear more mixed. Some have described it as sour, flat and uninspiring, which should definitely not be the case. Should you encounter a bottle that is off, you should return it. It should taste as I describe above. Serving temperature is also key. Make sure to chill it to the producer recommended 10-12°C for the best experience. Do not serve straight from the refrigerator but wait about 20 minutes.
Priced at £19.99 or £16.99 when buying as part of a Mix Six from Majestic, this is a lovely Chablis that deserves more recognition than the Majestic reviews would suggest.
