{"product_id":"william-fevre-chablis-vaulorent-premier-cru-2019-750ml","title":"Domaine William Fevre Chablis Vaulorent Premier Cru 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDomaine William Fèvre Chablis Vaulorent Premier Cru 2019 is an exceptional expression of one of Chablis' most prestigious Premier Cru vineyards, situated immediately beside the celebrated Grand Cru Les Preuses. Its Kimmeridgian marl and limestone soils contribute remarkable mineral precision, concentration and freshness. Produced from 100% Chardonnay, the wine combines traditional Chablis character with the richness and depth of the outstanding 2019 vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eThe Wine Advocate | \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(151, 0, 0);\"\u003eRP 94+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished: Aug 5, 2021\u003cbr\u003eDate: 2025-2050\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCropped at a mere 34 hectoliters per hectare, the 2019 Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent is superb, unwinding in the glass with notes of citrus oil, crisp green orchard fruit, white peach, iodine and pastry cream. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and enveloping, with racy acids and a long, iodine-inflected finish, it's the most complete premier cru in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-gsVtoj LvGNj\"\u003eI left my tasting with Didier Séguier wondering if the 2019s might be the best vintage I've ever tasted at Domaine William Fèvre. At this address, the vintage's low yields have translated to wines of remarkable concentration, but Séguier has also achieved levels of cut and tension that are rare in contemporary Chablis. My only reservation (if one can call it that) is that these are serious, structured wines that are tightly wound and introverted after their recent bottling, a tendency no doubt amplified by their DIAM closures; therefore, many are surely destined to be drunk too young. But readers who purchase Fèvre's top 2019s and forget them for more than a decade are going to be richly rewarded, of that I'm confident. Aside from the quality of the 2019 vintage, the other big news here is that Fèvre is converting to organic farming, an ambitious and admirable project for this 78-hectare domaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliamfevre.fr\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription \u003cbr\u003eThis Climat is almost an extension of the slopes where the Grands Crus grow, with only a small path separating them. Sitting directly alongside Les Preuses, the proximity to its illustrious neighbours results in powerful, mineral wines. \u003cbr\u003eTasting \u003cbr\u003ePowerful nose, combining aromas of citrus and white-fleshed fruit with a mineral note typical of the appellation. Rich and concentrated, the palate has remarkable freshness and length. \u003cbr\u003eFood and wine pairing \u003cbr\u003eFish, shellfish and other seafood, grilled or in a cream sauce. Poultry and white meat, grilled or in a cream sauce. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe beginning of the year proved to be sometimes mild, sometimes cold, with a pluviometrical deficit. Then the temperatures have got milder and favoured the earliness of the vine and bud-break. However the dropping of April temperatures caused frosts that impacted some grands crus. Then the weather became rainy and unsettled in terms of temperatures, leading to the disruption of the blooming and to a sizeable flower abortion. Moreover the increased pressure of diseases was perfectly controlled thanks to the watchfulness and rigour of our vine-growers' team. A beautiful, dry, hot weather returned from mid-July to endure until September. That?s why the grapes reached an optimum maturity while remaining healthy. The wines are amazing for their perfect balance between concentration and freshness, and such a balance indicates a good ageing potential. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Cork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\/Vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOak:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–50% fermented and aged in seasoned French oak barrels (approximately 6 years old); remainder in stainless steel tanks. No significant new oak influence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietals:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming\/Vineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3.63 hectares in Vaulorent, bordering Grand Cru Les Preuses. Kimmeridgian marl, clay and limestone soils; south to southwest-facing slopes. Low-yielding vineyard, approximately 34 hl\/ha in 2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-harvested grapes, gently pressed. Fermentation takes place in seasoned French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. Aged for approximately 14–16 months, including time on fine lees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker\/Producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaine William Fèvre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\/Appellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chablis, Burgundy, France – AOC Chablis Premier Cru\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premier Cru\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–14°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not necessary; allow to breathe in the glass for 15–20 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 54, 136);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled lobster, scallops, oysters, turbot, sea bass, roast chicken and fish in creamy sauces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39974762807360,"sku":"WHFR20190319","price":123.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/7728\/6464\/products\/domaine-william-fevre-chablis-vaulorent-premier-cru-750ml.jpg?v=1754585654","url":"https:\/\/www.1855thebottleshop.com\/products\/william-fevre-chablis-vaulorent-premier-cru-2019-750ml","provider":"1855 The Bottle Shop Pte Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}