# William Fèvre Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru (2020)

- **Producer:** Domaine William Fèvre
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €105
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 12–14 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, lemon, peach, vanilla, cloves, biscuit, honey, orange marmalade, almond

## 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.

## Interesting facts

- Les Clos is the largest and most historic Grand Cru vineyard in Chablis.
- Domaine William Fèvre owns 4.11 hectares in Les Clos, some with vines dating back to the 1940s.
- The soil in Les Clos is dense clay with fossils, resting on limestone 80cm below.
- Domaine William Fèvre has HVE3 certification for environmental practices.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and rich texture can stand up to richer dishes, while its vibrant acidity cuts through creamy sauces and complements the natural sweetness of seafood. Mineral notes in the wine echo the salinity of shellfish.

## 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.