Wines Chablis Domaine Christophe Camu - Les Clos - 2018

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Domaine Christophe Camu’s 2018 Chablis Grand Cru "Les Clos" is a classic expression of one of Burgundy’s most revered terroirs. Crafted exclusively from Chardonnay, this wine originates from the prestigious Les Clos climat – the largest and often considered the most archetypal of Chablis’ seven Grand Cru vineyards. The 2018 vintage was marked by a warm and generous growing season, yielding wines of both richness and precision. Winemaking at this domaine combines careful, gentle pressing and fermentation in temperature-controlled vessels, followed by élevage on fine lees to enhance complexity and texture, resulting in a wine of remarkable depth and longevity.

Chablis itself lies in northern Burgundy, shaped by its cool continental climate and iconic Kimmeridgian limestone soils. This unique geological mixture of clay, limestone and ancient marine fossils imparts a singular minerality and taut, saline freshness to its wines. Historically, Chablis has been celebrated since the Middle Ages for producing some of the world’s greatest white wines—lean, precise and imbued with an unmistakable sense of place. Les Clos, perched on a south-western-facing slope, receives ample sunlight, allowing for optimal ripening while retaining Chablis’ hallmark acidity.

The 2018 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos is the ideal companion to an array of refined dishes. Its intensity and texture pair beautifully with seafood, particularly oysters, scallops, or lobster in a light butter sauce. White meats such as roast chicken with a tarragon cream or veal with a morel mushroom sauce will echo the wine’s subtle earthy notes. Classic regional pairings include Bourgogne snails or a fine Comté cheese, both of which complement its mineral-driven complexity.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this Chablis Grand Cru slightly chilled, between 10-12°C. Allow the wine to breathe in a large glass to express its full aromatic range, from flinty minerality and citrus to hints of honey and nuts as it evolves with air. This wine rewards both immediate appreciation and cellaring for several more years.