Droin Chablis Grand Cru Grenouilles 2022

95 points Christy Canterbury, MW (TimAtkin.com): "Profusely aromatic, this smells of tarte tatin and grilled brioche. Sumptuously ripe with golden raisins and golden honeydew melon liberally sprinkled with spice, the palate is toothsome without being clingy. These are the oldest vines chez Droin, originally planted in 1947. They own 50 ares, or 5%, of the 9 ha of this smallest, Grand Cru climat. (2024)"

92-94 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2022 Chablis Grenouilles Grand Cru has a more low-key nose than the impressive 2021, well-defined with crushed limestone, Granny Smiths and peach skin aromas. The palate is well-balanced, with a fine bead of acidity counterbalancing the richness. Tensile, quite saline, building gradually towards a very cohesive finish. Refined and sophisticated. Drink: 2027-2045. (Sep 2023)"

92-94 points/'Sweet spot,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from a .50 ha parcel of 55+ year old vines aged in 60% wood). Smoky mineral reduction nuances add interest to the aromas of citrus confit, white orchard fruit and ocean breeze wisps. Here too the larger-bodied flavors possess both excellent volume and richness while offering just a bit more refinement if not quite the same power on the beautifully textured and sneaky long finish. This is lovely and a wine that should age effortlessly. Drink: 2030+. (Aug 2023)"

92-94 points Jasper Morris, MW (Inside Burgundy): "45% wood. A pretty mid yellow colour. The nose is not too bombastic but shows some of the typical spice from this vineyard. The fruit builds in generosity on the palate without showing excess heat, but the 2022 Grenouilles will certainly emerge in due course on the sumptuous side. The length of the finish retains adequate freshness. Drink from 2028-2036. Tasted: June 2023."