France New Releases White Wines

AOP Chablis, 2022

A luminous and finely detailed Chablis crafted by Eléonore Moreau, the only independent winemaker in the small village of Poilly-sur-Serein. This 2022 vintage captures the purity and tension of Kimmeridgian limestone terroir, expressing the essence of Chardonnay through patience, texture, and minerality.

Type of wine: AOP Chablis – Organic
Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay

TECHNICAL FEATURES

Region: Chablis, Burgundy, France
Vineyard: Family-owned parcels in Poilly-sur-Serein
Soil: Kimmeridgian limestone
Farming: Certified organic, hand-harvested
Fermentation: Native yeasts, minimal sulfur
Aging: 8 months on lees in stainless steel; 18 months total élevage
Alcohol: 13%

TASTING NOTES

Colour: Bright and crystalline, with green-gold highlights
Nose: Open and expressive, offering aromas of lemon, lime, and green apple with hints of white flowers and chalk
Palate: Fresh and precise on the attack, evolving toward a round, balanced mid-palate with notes of apple, citrus zest, and saline minerality
Finish: Long, taut, and chiselled, with a lingering impression of wet stone and sea breeze
Style: Pure, textured, and deeply mineral — a benchmark example of organically crafted Chablis

PAIRINGS

Ideal with oysters, shellfish, sushi, or light cream-based dishes.
Serving temperature: 10–12 °C

FORMAT & PRICING

Format: 750 ml – case of 6 bottles

  • Private client: $67.18 / bottle – Total investment: $403.08

  • Licensee: $60.41 / bottle – Total investment: $362.46