Domaine Jean Dauvissat Père & Fils Premier Cru Vaillons 2023

Very limited release of Jean Dauvissat 1er Vaillons 2023, from 3 parcels planted in 1988, 1971 and 1968 on different rootstocks for aromatic complextiy!

In their words - Exposed south-west, this Chablis Premier Cru from the left bank of the river Le Serein benefits from a relatively superficial and stony underground. In this environment of sedimentary rocks and shells, the roots find their way to install themselves as close as possible to the bedrock.

Vintage starts with a mild winter. Followed by a little spring frost luckily without too much damage. A humid and moody forecast is installed by April. This will last during May and June and need constant supervision. The grapes are closing in July and give room for a dry summer. Despite the drought the quantity is present at harvest that started on September 11th lasting about 10 days.

After a long pressing and static settling of 12-24 hours, fermentation occurred at 20 degrees celsius using natural yeasts.

A malo-lactic fermentation was followed by a long maturation on fine lees. A light treatment and filtration were necessary to obtain a clear and stable wine. This wine has not been treated with cold to preserve aromatic finesse.