William Fèvre : Chablis 1er cru "Vaulorent" Domaine 2021

The power and richness of a Chablis Premier Cru wine from William Fèvre

The estate

Founded in 1959, the William Fèvre estate has become an essential name among Chablis wines over the vintages. This illustrious Burgundy estate became part of the Henriot group in 1998.

William Fèvre oversees an exceptional terroir of 78 hectares of vines, including 15.9 hectares classified as Premier Cru and 15.2 as Grand Cru in Burgundy. Certified HVE (High Environmental Value) since 2015, this vineyard, through its mosaic of more than 90 distinct plots, enhances all the richness and diversity of the Chablis terroir.

The vineyard

"Vaulorent" Domaine 2021 is a Chablis Premier Cru wine that stems from a vineyard of 3.63 hectares facing south-east/south-west on a terroir made up of marls with quite deep soils and a subsoil rich in minerals and oyster fossils which give the mineral character typical of Chablis wines.

Winemaking and ageing

The grapes were harvested by hand and vatted through gravity. A short pneumatic pressing was followed by a light static settling. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations were carried out for 30 to 50% of the must in French oak barrels aged 6 years on average, and in small stainless steel vats for the remainder of the harvest. The wine was aged for 10 to 15 months, including 4 to 6 months on fine lees, in the same containers as the fermentations.

Blend

Chardonnay (100 %)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Chablis Premier Cru "Vaulorent" Domaine 2021 from William Fèvre

Tasting

Nose
The nose is powerful, mingling harmoniously citrus and white fleshed fruit scents with a mineral notes, typical of the appellation.

Palate
Rich and concentrated, the palate gives a remarkable freshness and length.

Food and wine pairing

This white Burgundy wine pairs perfectly with fish, seafood and crustaceans in cream or grilled. It also pairs very well with poultry or white meats.

To serve

Serve between 12°C and 14°C.