As a wine, Vaudésir has a lovely, limpid, slightly green-golden hue. The aromas are often reminiscent of coriander and fern, with a somewhat lemony scent. Round on the palate, it has a long, complex finish. This is a wine to keep: its aging potential is quite good.
critical acclaim:
"Really silky and seductive, with just a hint of vanilla accenting the peach, apple and lemon flavors. The mineral element is submerged right now, appearing on the finish, where there's terrific harmony and subtlety. Best from 2011 through 2023. 65 cases imported. "
92 Points
Wine Spectator
"Complex aromas of apple, citrus peel, fresh herbs, quinine and ginger. Concentrated, dense and ripe, with noteworthy volume and vibrant flavors of flowers and spices. Finishes with very good length. The Drouhins were still stirring the lees at the beginning of June. Range: 89-91"
91 Points
International Wine Cellar
"If the broad richness of this wine captures your attention, the scents of candied ginger and the honeyed apple flavors, you may be blindsided by the malic acidity that races up in the finish. At one moment, the wine seems elegant and supple, only to turn steely and unrelenting the next. Its disparate elements should integrate with age."
91 Points
Wine & Spirits
"The Drouhins' 2008 Chablis Vaudesir smells alluringly of heliotrope and iris, peppermint and lemon. An alternation of cooling and refreshing elements of herb and citrus with notes from barrel and inner-mouth floral perfume make for a fascinating display. Huckleberry, citrus pip, zest, salt, and chalk piquantly and invigoratingly extend the finish. This is one of those grand crus of its vintage to display rather premier cru-like lift and sheer refreshment. I wouldn't be surprised to see it gain in stature over the next several years, and it ought to be worth following for at least half a dozen."
90 Points
The Wine Advocate
