Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 2020

Domaine Gérard Duplessis is a historic estate with roots dating back over 125 years to 1895. Currently under the direction of Lilian Duplessis, the winery is situated in the heart of the renowned Chablis region, where it nurtures approximately 8 hectares of vineyards spread across 20 distinctive plots. Several of these plots contain vines that have been cultivated for as long as 75 years, requiring meticulous care through their commitment to organic viticulture. The domaine takes great pride in its collection of prestigious Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards, including Vaugiraut, Mont-de-Milieu, Fourchaume, Montée-de-Tonnerre, Montmains and Vaillons - all of which are revered among the most discerning Chablis connoisseurs. Through generations of dedication to their craft, the family has established Domaine Gérard Duplessis as a leader in producing truly expressive and terroir-driven Chablis that exemplify the mineral complexity and elegance that the appellation is renowned for worldwide.

The 2020 Domaine Gerard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons is a compelling blend of Chardonnay grapes sourced from four southeast-facing plots situated on clay-sandy soils. This seductive wine displays the potential to evolve beautifully in the cellar over a mid-to-long aging window of 5 to 10 years. On the nose, it unveils an alluring bouquet of exotic aromas. The palate offers a broad range of ripe orchard and stone fruit flavors balanced by crisp acidity, culminating in a lush and lingering finish. Underlying mineral notes lend depth and texture throughout. Overall, the 2020 Vaillons presents as a richly layered and complex Chablis that engages the senses through its pure, nuanced expression of terroir. It is a testament to the estate's prowess for crafting top examples of this esteemed Premier Cru.

1.5 hect across 4 parcels. Minots, Chatains, Epinottes and Vaillons. Average age of 60 years old. All parcels vinified separated then blended before bottling. Across the 1er Cru’s this wine is often seemingly the most ‘exotic’, perhaps not in terms of weight but aromatics.

The Fine Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal - Chardonnay
Country - France
Region - Chablis
Vintage - 2020
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 12.5%
Other - Organic