2018 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillon Cuvée Guy Moreau, Domaine Christian Moreau Père & Fils

2018 white Burgundies are generally fleshy and forward by comparison to the upright 2017s and yet well-chosen Chablis has the benefit of having both silky-smooth fruit and also keen, refreshing acidity. Cuvée Guy Moreau is a top-flight wine and it exudes class and finesse. I have followed Moreau’s wines for an eternity and this is one of the most luxurious and layered release I can remember. This is my chosen Christmas white from thousands of bottles tasted over the last few months and it wins this spot because it is a sheer work of art.