This is a robust, exuberant wine and even though it is somewhat austere, this makes a firm statement on both the nose and the palate and it offers buckets of classic Chablis character with an almost pungent minerality; indeed I could taste the minerality the next day. It was fascinating to compare this with the Blanchots because even though the Montée de Tonnerre was bigger, richer and more powerful, it seemed almost rustic in comparison with the grand cru. A very impressive wine for the vintage that will require another few years to be at its best. Consistent notes. Tasted: Oct 30, 2005 Score: 90 Drink: Try from 2007+ Allen Meadows; Burghound