The Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2020 is a poised and incisive Chardonnay, marrying the vintage’s ripeness with the cru’s hallmark mineral austerity. Aromas of lemon oil, white peach, green apple, and crushed limestone rise with crystalline focus, accented by saline and oyster-shell nuances. On the palate, the wine is taut yet expansive, driven by vibrant acidity and a dense, stony core that gives vertical lift. Subtle creaminess frames flavors of citrus zest, pear skin, and almond without softening definition. As it opens, chalky and lightly smoky notes add depth and complexity. The finish is long, precise, and intensely mineral—an elegant, authoritative Les Preuses built for long-term evolution.
Fevre, William Description
William Fèvre is one of Chablis’ most authoritative and terroir-driven domaines, celebrated for its rigorous vineyard practices and faithful expression of Kimmeridgian limestone. With extensive holdings across Premier and Grand Cru sites, the estate emphasizes sustainable viticulture, precise harvest timing, and restrained winemaking to preserve freshness and minerality. Oak is used sparingly and intelligently, always subordinate to site character. Fèvre’s Grand Crus are known for their balance of power and precision, capturing Chablis’ maritime influence with clarity and depth. Les Preuses, among the most elegant and mineral of the Grands Crus, sits on steep slopes that deliver tension and finesse. In Fèvre’s hands, it becomes a benchmark for refined, age-worthy Chablis.
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