Wines Chablis Premier Cru Domaine A et F Boudin - 2022

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From the renowned Domaine A et F Boudin, this 2022 Chablis Premier Cru exemplifies the purity and finesse of the finest white Burgundy. Crafted entirely from Chardonnay, this wine bears all the hallmarks of a top-tier Chablis: crystalline acidity, elegant minerality, and remarkable aromatic precision. The 2022 vintage delivers expressive citrus and white flower notes, layered with a subtle saline edge and hints of green apple, reflecting the unique Kimmeridgian limestone soils that define the Chablis terroir. Vinification is typically carried out in stainless steel to preserve the clarity and vibrancy of the fruit, with time spent on lees to enrich the wine’s texture and depth. The result is a precise, complex bottle destined for both early enjoyment and several years of cellaring.

Chablis lies at the northernmost end of Burgundy, closer to Champagne than to the Côte d’Or. Its cool continental climate, marked by cold winters and sunny but short summers, ensures slow grape ripening and preservation of acidity, a signature of Chablisien wines. The local soils, characterised by fossil-rich Kimmeridgian limestone, impart a distinct mineral quality—often described as oyster shell or gunflint—that has made Chablis famous worldwide. The Premier Cru classification is reserved for superior vineyard sites, often situated on south-west facing slopes for optimal sun exposure, which allows for exceptional ripeness and structure.

This elegant Chablis Premier Cru is the perfect partner for seafood, especially oysters, crab, and langoustines, which echo the wine’s briny minerality. It also shines alongside delicate white fish dishes, scallops with beurre blanc, and traditional Burgundian classics like gougères or escargots in garlic butter. For a regional touch, serve it with a fresh goat’s cheese from the nearby Loire.

For ideal enjoyment, serve this wine chilled but not icy, between 10 and 12°C. This allows its subtle floral aromatics, precise citrus notes, and classic minerality to unfurl fully on the palate. Consider decanting young bottles briefly to help open up their aromatic complexity.