Domaine William Fevre stands as a benchmark for Chablis, celebrated for its unwavering commitment to expressing the unique Kimmeridgian terroir. The 2018 Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent is sourced from one of the appellation's most esteemed Premier Cru climats, situated on the right bank of the Serein river, directly bordering the Grand Cru vineyard of Les Preuses. This privileged position, combined with its ancient marine fossil-rich soils, imparts a distinctive mineral signature and profound complexity.
The 2018 vintage, while generally generous across Burgundy, yielded Chablis wines of notable ripeness yet retained the region's characteristic tension. Fevre's meticulous viticulture and precise winemaking, often involving fermentation and maturation in stainless steel to preserve purity, allow the inherent qualities of Vaulorent to shine through. This bottling offers a compelling insight into a Premier Cru often lauded for its Grand Cru-like potential, promising both immediate enjoyment and significant ageing capability.
Tasting notes
The 2018 William Fevre Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent presents a luminous pale gold in the glass. The nose is immediately captivating, offering a complex bouquet of ripe citrus, green apple, and white peach, interwoven with classic Chablisien notes of wet stone, oyster shell, and a subtle hint of iodine. On the palate, it is both expansive and precise, with a vibrant acidity that frames a core of concentrated fruit and saline minerality. The texture is refined, leading to a long, persistent finish that echoes with a chalky grip and a refreshing zest. This wine beautifully balances the generosity of the vintage with the inherent tension and depth of Vaulorent.