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Chablis 2019 Domaine Vincent Dauvissat
Chablis 2019 Domaine Vincent Dauvissat is a benchmark reference for understanding how far a village-level Chablis can go when crafted by a world-class producer. Domaine Vincent Dauvissat, one of Burgundy’s most iconic family estates, is known for its uncompromising, artisanal approach across all appellation levels, from village wines to Grand Crus.
The fruit comes from approximately 3.10 hectares of carefully selected parcels within the Chablis appellation, often located in highly favorable positions with excellent exposure. The soils are classic Kimmeridgian limestone and marl rich in marine fossils (Exogyra virgula), which define the wine’s unmistakable saline and mineral signature.
Viticulture follows non-certified biodynamic principles since 2002, with strict yield control and hand harvesting carried out in multiple passes to ensure optimal ripeness. Grapes are carefully sorted both in the vineyard and at the winery, reflecting the domaine’s precision-driven philosophy.
In the cellar, winemaking remains traditional and minimal intervention: whole-cluster gentle pressing, spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts primarily in stainless steel, and ageing for 10–14 months, partly in neutral oak barrels to add subtle complexity without imposing oak character.
The wine is remarkably pure in expression. The nose reveals fresh citrus, green apple, white flowers and a deep chalky marine minerality, evolving with aeration into notes of white peach, hazelnut and delicate herbs.
On the palate it is tense, precise and highly energetic, with bright yet perfectly integrated acidity. The structure is linear but deep, driven by a strong saline backbone that defines the wine’s length and focus.
The finish is very long, saline and mineral-driven, with persistence rarely seen at village level. It shows excellent ageing potential, developing beautifully over 7–10 years or more in ideal conditions.
A reference Chablis that demonstrates how producer greatness can elevate a village appellation to Premier Cru-level complexity and depth.
