2022 William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos

The 2022 William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos is a benchmark expression of Chablis, drawn from one of the appellation’s most revered grand cru vineyards. This is a crystalline, tightly focused white Burgundy that marries power and precision, showcasing Chardonnay at its most mineral-driven and refined. For collectors and serious Chardonnay lovers, it’s a quintessential bottle that captures the soul of top-tier Chablis in a sunlit, generous vintage.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2022 Les Clos is pale lemon with green reflections, hinting at both youth and tension. The nose is strikingly pure and layered: seashells and crushed oyster shell mingle with wet stone, yuzu, lemon zest, and cool white flowers, followed by subtle notes of green apple, pear skin, and a touch of flint and smoke from its élevage. On the palate, this wine is intensely focused yet already textural, with a vivid line of acidity that drives through a dense, concentrated core of citrus, tart stone fruit, and saline minerality. You’ll find nuances of lime, grapefruit pith, and white peach, underpinned by chalky structure and a very long, mouthwatering, almost salty finish. The oak is discreetly integrated, adding a whisper of creaminess and spice without dulling the cut and energy. While approachable in its youth for those who enjoy racy, structured whites, this grand cru is built to evolve beautifully over 10–15+ years, gaining complexity, honeyed nuances, and more pronounced tertiary notes with time in bottle.

Production
Les Clos is the largest and arguably most esteemed of the Chablis Grand Cru vineyards, a southwest-facing slope overlooking the town of Chablis itself. The soils here are classic Kimmeridgian limestone rich in fossilized seashells, giving the wine its signature maritime salinity and chalky drive. William Fèvre works with old vines and low yields to concentrate flavor, practicing meticulous, largely manual harvesting to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy Chardonnay grapes reach the cellar. Fermentation takes place primarily in stainless steel, preserving freshness and terroir transparency, with a judicious portion raised in older French oak barrels to add texture and depth without overt oak character. Extended aging on fine lees contributes to the wine’s creamy mid-palate, complexity, and age-worthiness while maintaining the laser-like purity that defines great Chablis.

Food & Serving
This grand cru Chablis shines alongside refined seafood and dishes that echo its maritime character. Think oysters, scallops, turbot, Dover sole, langoustines, or lobster with beurre blanc, as well as sushi and sashimi where its acidity and salinity cleanse the palate. It also pairs beautifully with simply prepared roast chicken, veal in a light cream sauce, or aged hard cheeses like Comté. Serve well-chilled but not icy, ideally around 10–12°C (50–54°F), to allow its aromatics and texture to fully express. Young bottles benefit from 30–60 minutes in a decanter to open up the bouquet and soften the structure, especially if you’re enjoying it within its first few years after release.

Producer
Domaine William Fèvre is one of the defining names of Chablis, with a history that traces back to 1959 when William Fèvre founded the estate and began assembling an exceptional collection of top terroirs. Today, the domaine owns one of the largest holdings in Chablis’ grand cru and premier cru vineyards, allowing for remarkably precise, site-driven wines. Under modern stewardship, Fèvre has become a champion of sustainable and organic viticulture, focusing on low yields and meticulous vineyard work to express Chablis’ unique Kimmeridgian limestone. The domaine is widely respected for its restrained use of oak and its unwavering commitment to purity, making its bottlings—especially from grands crus like Les Clos—reference points for the region and prized additions to serious cellars worldwide.

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