Wines Chablis Premier Cru CHABLIS 1ER CRU VAU LIGNEAU - 2022

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Chablis 1er Cru Vau Ligneau 2022 is a distinguished white wine from Burgundy, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. As a Premier Cru, the wine comes from a vineyard classified amongst the best in Chablis, benefiting from optimal sunlight and exceptional vineyard management. The 2022 vintage is marked by precision and freshness, reflecting a growing season characterised by favourable conditions: warm days, cool nights, and just enough rain to balance ripeness and acidity. In the glass, Vau Ligneau offers a pale lemon hue with glints of green, typical of youthful Chablis. The nose reveals citrus fruits, white flowers, and delicate hints of flint and oyster shell, while the palate is taut, mineral, and elegant, with notes of green apple, lemon zest, and a lingering saline finish that speaks of its terroir. The wine undergoes either stainless steel or very restrained oak vinification, preserving the clarity and tension so prized in Chablis.

The Chablisien region sits in the northernmost part of Burgundy, where cool continental influences dominate. The soils are famously Kimmeridgian, rich in limestone and fossilised marine shells, imparting a distinctive minerality that sets Chablis apart from other Chardonnay-based wines. Historically, Chablis has long been celebrated for its pure, tight-knit style and its ability to age gracefully. The region’s dedication to tradition and terroir-driven viticulture shines through in every glass.

For food pairings, Chablis 1er Cru Vau Ligneau 2022 is wonderfully versatile. Classic matches include oysters, langoustines, and other shellfish, where the wine’s crisp acidity and saline character mirror the flavours of the sea. It also pairs beautifully with goat’s cheese, grilled fish, or a creamy chicken in a tarragon sauce. For a Burgundian regional touch, consider pairing it with gougères or a light terrine.

To fully appreciate its aromatic complexity and mineral freshness, it is recommended to serve this wine slightly chilled, ideally between 10-12°C. A few minutes in the glass will allow the bouquet to open up, revealing all the finesse and precision that makes Chablis Premier Cru so revered.