William Fevre Chablis Vaillons Premier Cru 2021

Professional Ratings

• 93 Vinous
  The 2021 Chablis Vaillons Premier Cru, which comes from around 12 parcels, 3.5 hectars, two-thirds within the "Vaillons" climts in the heart of the appellation. This has a slightly yeasty nose at the moment, not a million miles away from the Montmains in style. The palate is slightly different with a little more frisson and tension, just a touch more length on the finish. This should develop nicely in bottle.
  Barrel Sample: 91-93
• 93 Decanter
  Didier Seguier says that this is from a sunny terroir but in a cold vintage. It is certainly very attractive with the acidity balancing, and complimenting, the generosity of the fruit. White flowers and a touch of pear/white peach on the palate. Very precise and nice mineral undertow. A really fine example, mostly from the Vaillon sector within the wider Vaillon Premier Cru.
• 93 Jasper Morris
  Mostly in the heart so an early site. Pale lemon and lime, with a very elegant nose that speaks of dainty little stones. Not at all blockbuster. Quite concentrated with a firm, stony feel at the back, then some white fruit to finish. Fills out very well at the back, superior to Montmains today. Drink from 2025-2030.
  Barrel Sample: 91-93
• 92 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

  The 2021 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons reveals a perfumed bouquet of white flowers, citrus zest, crisp orchard fruit and shells, followed by a medium to full-bodied, satiny and seamless palate that's bright and charming, with a pure, elegant profile. This has turned out beautifully.

• 90 Wine Spectator
  There's breadth to this white, whose green melon, apple and light honey flavors are punctuated by vivid acidity. A bit more up front, yet with fine length. Drink now through 2028. 80 cases imported.