Domaine Moreau-Naudet Chablis Grand Cru Valmur 2022

Domaine Moreau-Naudet’s Chablis Grand Cru Valmur 2022 is a striking expression of one of Chablis’ most revered sites, delivering depth, tension and precision in equal measure. Sourced from the prized Valmur Grand Cru vineyard, this is a Chardonnay that marries crystalline minerality with luxurious texture, built for both immediate pleasure and long-term cellaring. For those who champion serious, terroir-driven white Burgundy, this bottle is a true standard-bearer – a real “vinforkæmper” for classic Chablis.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2022 Valmur shows a pale lemon hue with green reflexes, hinting at its youthful energy and freshness. The nose is refined yet intense, opening with notes of lemon zest, lime blossom and green apple, followed by layers of crushed oyster shell, flint, and a subtle smoky nuance. With air, more complexity emerges: white peach, mandarin peel, and a touch of acacia honey and almond. On the palate, this Chablis Grand Cru is both precise and powerful. A racy, saline backbone runs through the wine, wrapped in a silky, almost glycerol texture that reflects the richness of Valmur’s terroir. Citrus and orchard fruit are supported by chalky minerality and a fine, mouth-watering acidity that keeps everything in perfect balance. The finish is long, persistent and very pure, with lingering notes of sea spray, citrus oil and delicate spice. Enjoyable now with aeration, it has excellent aging potential—expect it to evolve beautifully over 8–15 years, gaining more nuttiness, brioche and truffle tones over time.

Production
Valmur is one of Chablis’ most esteemed Grand Cru climats, a cool, steep amphitheatre of Kimmeridgian limestone and marl that imparts the region’s hallmark chalky, marine minerality. Domaine Moreau-Naudet works this terroir with a strong focus on living soils and low yields, often harvesting by hand to ensure only perfectly ripe and healthy Chardonnay grapes make it to the cellar. In the winery, the approach is patient and minimalist: gentle pressing, fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and élevage in a mix of stainless steel and older oak to add texture without overt wood influence. The result is a wine that captures the full character of Valmur—concentrated yet finely etched, with real energy and elegance.

Food & Serving
This Grand Cru Chablis is a natural partner for refined seafood and delicate dishes: think oysters, scallops with beurre blanc, turbot or sole, lobster, and finely prepared sushi or sashimi. It also shines with creamy poultry dishes, veal in light sauces and aged goat’s cheese or Comté. Serve at 10–12°C to highlight its freshness and aromatic detail. Young bottles benefit from 30–60 minutes in a decanter to open up the nose and soften the structure, while mature bottles should be handled more gently, with a brief, careful decant if needed to remove any sediment.

Producer
Domaine Moreau-Naudet is one of the quiet stars of Chablis, revered by sommeliers and insiders for its soulful, terroir-driven wines. Based in the heart of the appellation, the estate has steadily built a reputation for meticulous vineyard work and an almost Burgundian sensitivity to individual sites, long before such detail became fashionable. Their holdings span some of the region’s finest crus, but it is their deep commitment to expressing the nuances of Chablis’ Kimmeridgian soils—through low-intervention farming and thoughtful, patient winemaking—that sets them apart. Over the years, the domaine’s wines have become benchmarks for those seeking authentic, mineral-driven Chablis with both character and longevity, securing Moreau-Naudet a respected place among the leading producers of the region.

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