Caves Jean et Sébastien Dauvissat - Chablis 1er cru - Montmains - White - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 White Chablis Premier Cru Montmains showcases a classic Chablis profile with a mineral-driven nose touched by subtle honeyed notes. Its freshness is remarkable, reflecting the wine’s evolving character. On the palate, it reveals a broad, textured structure with a chalky, taut core—a hallmark of the Montmains terroir. The discreet aging approach allows the purity of the wine to shine through. Ready to enjoy now or over the next 5 to 7 years, it has been rated 93/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Vines aged between 25 and 35 years. Vinification and ageing in stainless steel vats. Bottled at the estate by Sébastien Dauvissat on 11 July 2024. Production of 5,600 bottles.

Color:

Bright gold.

Nose:

Mineral and honeyed notes with impressive evolution and remarkable freshness.

Palate:

Full-bodied yet crisp, with well-ripened fruit aromas, this cuvée is subtly aged, offering a dry, chalky, and light profile with a generous, underlying texture

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Bresse poultry with cream sauce, vol-au-vent.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2031.

On the prestigious terroirs of Chablis, Jean and Sébastien Dauvissat craft wines of exceptional character. Renowned for their precision and consistency, their wines are defined by freshness, balance, and refined concentration.

Our Selection Committee was instantly impressed by the clarity and focus of their wines. Offering both elegance and depth, they reveal beautifully defined flavors with the potential to age gracefully.