2013 Durup Père & Fils Chablis; 2013 Chablis Vieilles Vignes; 2013 Petit Chablis; 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume; 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Montmains
2013 Durup Pere & Fils Chablis 88 pointsThe 2013 Chablis has a rather dilute and earthy bouquet, although it is well-defined and seems to gain vigor in the glass. The palate is nicely balanced with fresh green apple and pear notes, well-judged acidity and a conservative but focused finish. Fine. Drink now-2016.
2013 Durup Pere & Fils Chablis Vieilles Vignes 89 pointsThe 2013 Chablis Vieilles Vignes has a very outgoing apricot and pear-drop-scented bouquet that is clean and pure, but just a little over-baked. The palate is well-balanced with a fine line of acidity and good body, with delicate touches of orange peel and mandarin toward the focused finish. This is one of the best releases from Durup. Drink now-2018.
2013 Durup Père & Fils Petit Chablis 85 pointsThe 2013 Petit Chablis has a spirited nose with vibrant apple peeling and fresh pear scents: all well-defined and pure. The palate is well-balanced with touches of bell pepper and green apple on the entry, but it is just missing a little depth of flavor toward the finish. Drink now.
2013 Durup Père & Fils Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume 81 pointsThe 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume has a light and simple citrus nose that really needs to display more conviction and intent. The palate is balanced but very primal and fades on the finish. Drink now-2015.
2013 Durup Pere & Fils Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 83 pointsThe 2013 Chablis 1er Cru Montmains comes from 30-year-old vines and is raised in stainless steel. It has a light herbaceous bouquet with some flinty aromas developing. The palate is simple and light, but at least clean, though the long-and-short of it is no more than innocuous early drinking. Drink now-2016.