Domaine William Fèvre
The steep and rocky slopes stretching to the right and left of the Serein are the cradle of a history over one hundred and fifty million years old. A unique Kimmeridgian terroir, an alternation of marl and marly limestone, endows Chablis wines with a mineral character and immense freshness. A typicity that is envied, often imitated but never equalled. As incomparable and admirable as it may be, a terroir can only fully reveal its potential through the work of people. At Domaine William Fèvre, everything is done, regardless of the level of appellation, to express the authenticity of the Chablis terroirs.
The vintage
After a mild and wet winter, we observed an historically early bud break mid-March. It was followed by a very cold, dry, and windy period at the end of March, with frosty nights, which fortunately didn’t impact our vineyards. This episode was followed by high temperatures, particularly in April, which accelerated vine growth. In the later-ripening areas, flowering finished around May 28-30. After a wet June, July turned very dry with two heatwaves at the end of July and the beginning of August, causing sunburn on the most exposed grape clusters. The alternation of heat and light rain in early August accelerated ripening, allowing harvest to begin on August 25.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Tasting
Pale gold color with green highlights.
Expressive bouquet featuring notes of lemon and white flowers, combined with a pronounced minerality.
A highly aromatic palate that is both rich and fresh. A faithful expression of the Chablis terroir.
Expressive bouquet featuring notes of lemon and white flowers, combined with a pronounced minerality.
A highly aromatic palate that is both rich and fresh. A faithful expression of the Chablis terroir.