COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine William Fèvre
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The William Fèvre Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru 2020 is a Chardonnay from the Chablis region of Burgundy, France. It is produced by Domaine William Fèvre, a producer with a long history in the appellation and significant holdings in the Les Clos Grand Cru vineyard. Les Clos is recognized as the historical heart of Chablis viticulture, known for its unique soil composition. The 2020 vintage experienced hot and dry weather conditions, influencing vineyard management and harvest decisions.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€105
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Les Clos is the largest and most historic Grand Cru vineyard in Chablis.
Fact 02
Domaine William Fèvre owns 4.11 hectares in Les Clos, some with vines dating back to the 1940s.
Fact 03
The soil in Les Clos is dense clay with fossils, resting on limestone 80cm below.
Fact 04
Domaine William Fèvre has HVE3 certification for environmental practices.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Chablis involves a combination of fermentation in French oak barrels and stainless steel vats. A significant portion of the wine undergoes maturation for 14 to 15 months, with 5 to 6 months spent on fine lees in French oak barrels. The domaine utilizes older oak barrels, with an average age of six years, to preserve the wine's freshness and minerality. Harvests are conducted manually, with particular attention paid to grape selection, especially in vintages with challenging weather conditions like 2020.
