William Fevre Montee de Tonnerre 1er Cru Chablis 2021

This Premier Cru from William Fèvre comes from Montée de Tonnerre, a revered site that borders the Grand Cru slopes. The 2021 vintage was shaped by cooler conditions, lending this wine exceptional freshness and precision. Hand-harvested fruit is vinified with minimal intervention, using a mix of stainless steel and older oak to maintain purity while adding subtle structure. Certified sustainable, this is classic Chablis with a noble edge.

Bouquet:
A lifted nose of lemon blossom, lime zest and white peach, carried by a distinctive mineral note of wet stone and sea spray. There's a whisper of chamomile and crushed shell as the wine opens up.

Palate:
Vibrant and tightly wound, the palate brims with citrus tension, layered with hints of green apple, ripe grapefruit and chalky minerality. Subtle oak ageing adds gentle texture, but the focus remains on purity and drive. A long, elegant finish leaves a saline echo that calls for another sip.

Food Pairing:
Outstanding with oysters, sashimi or ceviche. For something heartier, try grilled scallops, lemon roast chicken or a creamy seafood risotto. A perfect match for fine cuisine or a simple plate of fresh goat cheese and crusty bread.

Cellaring:
Delicious now, especially with a brief decant, but will age gracefully through to 2030, developing more honeyed and nutty complexity.

Interesting Fact:
Montée de Tonnerre is often considered the finest of all Chablis Premier Crus, thanks to its location on the same slope and soil type as the legendary Grand Cru vineyards.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13%