Droin Chablis 1er cru Montmains 2023

93 points Christy Canterbury, MW (TimAtkin.com): "Vividly open on the nose, this starts with ample iodine and chalky aromas. The palate is rounded and soft—plush and cozy. Floral nuances mix with white peaches and yellow plums. The lingering finish brings on a vague and pleasantly bitter sensation. This sees 40% new oak, and it's very well integrated already. (2025)"

93 points La Revue du Vin de France: "Montmains, richer, combines generosity and liveliness in a beautiful balance. (2026)"

90-93 points Jasper Morris, MW (Inside Burgundy): "Clear pale colour. 40% has been vinified in wood, though there is no overt oak character evident. Benoît takes care to use a mix of different coopers and forests to avoid any one dominating. A wealth of fruit here instead, a slight stony reduction attributable to the thick layer of white marly soil. Excellent white fruit and flesh in the aftertaste. (Jun 2024)"

91 points/'Outstanding,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from Montmains proper; 40% 2 and 3-year-old oak). Here too there is a discreet application of wood in evidence on the fresh, bright and decidedly floral-suffused nose of citrus and sea breeze. The delicious and relatively refined medium weight flavors possess slightly better energy and particularly so on the stony, refreshing and sneaky long finale. This should be lovely after only 4 to 6 years of cellaring. Drink: 2029+. (Oct 2025)"

91 points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "Offering up aromas of apple, citrus oil and white flowers, the 2023 Chablis 1er Cru Montmains is medium to full-bodied, rich and layered, with a long, saline finish. Drink: 2025-2040. (Mar 2025)"