{"title":"Domaine William Fèvre | Chablis","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/William_Fevre_Chablis_Vineyards.jpg?v=1786385039\" alt=\"Panoramic photograph of the Chablis Vineyards\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_4cfab414595b2a3f-91\"\u003eDomaine \u003cb\u003eWilliam Fèvre\u003c\/b\u003e stands as one of the most celebrated producers in Burgundy, holding an unmatched footprint across the pristine Kimmeridgian limestone slopes of Chablis. \u003cspan class=\"citation-205 citation-end-205\"\u003eFounded in 1959 by William Fèvre and built upon family vineyard holdings stretching back two centuries, the estate sits at the absolute pinnacle of northern French winemaking.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-204 citation-end-204\"\u003eIts prestige reached new heights when the estate was acquired by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)—owners of Bordeaux’s legendary Château Lafite Rothschild—marking the iconic family's first-ever property in Burgundy.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-203 citation-end-203\"\u003eToday, the domain spans over 78 hectares across the appellation, including an incredible 15.2 hectares of Premier Cru and 15.2 hectares of Grand Cru plots.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-202 citation-end-202\"\u003eHigh on these wind-swept hillsides, ancient marine fossil soils work alongside a cool continental climate, creating the ideal conditions for Chardonnay to achieve world-class precision, nerve, and structural elegance.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_4cfab414595b2a3f-92\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-201 citation-end-201\"\u003eWhat makes these dry white wines so alluring to everyday drinkers and collectors alike is their absolute purity of fruit and razor-sharp freshness.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-200 citation-end-200\"\u003eRather than masking the grapes in heavy, new oak, William Fèvre pioneered a refined style that relies primarily on aged, neutral oak barrels and stainless steel tanks.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Under the guidance of cellar master Didier Séguier and backed by the Rothschild family, this disciplined approach preserves the natural sea-spray salinity, crisp green apple, and bright citrus zest that define authentic \u003cb\u003eChablis white wine\u003c\/b\u003e. The resulting bottlings offer a remarkable balance between rich, textured stone fruit and a cooling, flinty mineral drive, making them exceptionally refreshing on their own and world-class companions for fresh seafood, oysters, and roast poultry. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_4cfab414595b2a3f-93\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-199 citation-end-199\"\u003eThe history of the domain is tied directly to the protection and elevation of the Chablis name.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-198 citation-end-198\"\u003eWilliam Fèvre himself was a tireless defender of the region's unique identity, famously campaigning against foreign producers misusing the 'Chablis' title on inferior labels.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Today, the estate has fully transitioned to organic viticulture, harvesting every parcel by hand to ensure only pristine fruit enters the cellars. Combining historic domain plots with eco-conscious farming and elite Bordeaux heritage, \u003cb\u003eWilliam Fèvre\u003c\/b\u003e continues to craft benchmark \u003cb\u003eBurgundy white wines\u003c\/b\u003e that set the global standard for cool-climate Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-william-fevre-chablis","title":"Domaine William Fèvre Chablis 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eFew names carry as much gravitas in northern Burgundy as \u003cb\u003eDomaine William Fèvre\u003c\/b\u003e, and their village \u003cb\u003eChablis \u003c\/b\u003eshows exactly why. Made entirely from Chardonnay grown on the region's famous stony hillside slopes, this is a white wine defined by its sheer drinkability and lip-smacking freshness. There is no heavy oak getting in the way here. Instead, it offers bright, easy-drinking aromas of zesty lemon, ripe white fruit, and fresh garden blossoms. On the palate, it is smooth, dry, and wonderfully vibrant, combining juicy orchard fruit with that classic, crisp finish Chablis is famous for. It is the kind of reliable, high-quality bottle that feels like a treat whether you are opening it on a Friday evening with fish and chips, serving it alongside a Sunday roast chicken, or simply enjoying a glass on its own.[#intro]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA benchmark French Chardonnay delivering pure citrus fruit and a signature mouth-watering finish...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine William Fèvre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58517543616893,"sku":"A23WILLIAMFEVRECHABLIS","price":31.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/ChablisBottle_efe1bde9-24e8-4875-852e-6ea7389b386b.jpg?v=1786386938"},{"product_id":"domaine-william-fevre-chablis-grand-cru-les-clos","title":"Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLes Clos\u003c\/b\u003e is widely regarded as the premier vineyard site in \u003cb\u003eChablis\u003c\/b\u003e, occupying a steep, south-facing hillside that yields \u003cb\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e with exceptional depth and longevity. \u003cb\u003eDomaine William Fèvre\u003c\/b\u003e owns substantial holdings across these prized slopes, crafting what is consistently the most complete and powerful bottle in their cellar. The winemaking here is carefully measured. Hand-harvested fruit is aged in seasoned, neutral French oak barrels, a traditional technique that builds a round, silky texture while preserving the vineyard’s natural purity and tension. The glass opens with aromas of ripe lemon, peach, and a distinct sea-spray freshness. On the palate, it balances rich, mouth-filling orchard fruit against a long, crisp, flinty finish. While formidable in its youth, it has the structure to age effortlessly for a decade or more, making it an ideal choice for seared scallops, lobster, or roasted poultry.[#intro]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe standout vineyard of Chablis, delivering remarkable concentration, rich texture, and intense salinity...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine William Fèvre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58517815165309,"sku":"A22WILLIAMFEVRELESCLOSGC","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/GrandCruLesClos.jpg?v=1786389640"},{"product_id":"domaine-william-fevre-chablis-grand-cru-les-preuses","title":"Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerched high on the northern edge of the Chablis Grand Cru hill, \u003cb\u003eLes Preuses\u003c\/b\u003e is renowned for producing some of the most refined and perfumed \u003cb\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e in Burgundy. Resting on steep, chalky limestone slopes that catch the warm afternoon sun, this historic vineyard yields an exceptionally graceful style of \u003cb\u003eChablis\u003c\/b\u003e, defined by its silky texture and lifted floral aromas. \u003cb\u003eDomaine William Fèvre\u003c\/b\u003e handles the fruit with real restraint to protect that natural delicacy. The hand-picked grapes are fermented and aged in old, neutral French oak barrels, adding a subtle roundness without clouding the wine's pure fruit. In the glass, it opens with delicate notes of white flowers, lime zest, and ripe stone fruit. The palate feels smooth and almost weightless, leading into a long, mouth-watering finish with a distinct sea-spray freshness. While neighbouring sites like \u003ci\u003eLes Clos\u003c\/i\u003e are famous for broad-shouldered power, \u003cb\u003eLes Preuses\u003c\/b\u003e is all about finesse and charm. It is a spectacular choice for fine dining, pairing effortlessly with pan-fried sea bass, crab risotto, or delicate shellfish. [#intro]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA silky, weightless Grand Cru offering remarkable aromatic depth, white flowers, and pure salinity...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine William Fèvre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58518165684605,"sku":"A21WILLIAMFEVRELESPREUSESGC","price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/LesPreusesGCBottle.jpg?v=1786392052"},{"product_id":"domaine-william-fevre-chablis-premier-cru-vaulorent","title":"Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Premier Cru Vaulorent 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVaulorent\u003c\/b\u003e is a renowned Premier Cru vineyard located in \u003cb\u003eChablis\u003c\/b\u003e, the famous cool-climate wine region of northern Burgundy. What makes this specific site so extraordinary is its geography: it is the only Premier Cru vineyard in Chablis that sits on the very same hillside as the region's elite Grand Crus, sharing a direct boundary with \u003ci\u003eLes Preuses\u003c\/i\u003e. Because of this rare terroir, \u003cb\u003eDomaine William Fèvre\u003c\/b\u003e crafts a \u003cb\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e here that delivers the depth, structure, and intense minerality usually reserved for bottles twice the price. The winemaking in the cellar is carefully measured. Hand-harvested fruit is fermented and aged in neutral, old French oak barrels, building a round, silky texture without imparting heavy woody flavours. In the glass, it opens with rich aromas of yellow plum, lemon curd, and a distinct chalky salinity. The palate is concentrated and structured, balancing ripe orchard fruit against a long, mouth-watering finish. 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Situated along the sunny right bank of the Serein river, its warm, south-facing slopes catch maximum sunlight throughout the growing season. This ideal exposure allows the \u003cb\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e grapes to ripen fully, creating a style of \u003cb\u003eChablis\u003c\/b\u003e that is celebrated for its generous, fruit-forward character and immediate charm. \u003cb\u003eDomaine William Fèvre\u003c\/b\u003e crafts this wine to highlight that natural warmth while keeping the palate crisp and lively. The hand-harvested grapes are aged primarily in neutral, old French oak barrels, adding a supple, rounded texture without masking the pure fruit. It opens with inviting aromas of ripe white peach, yellow apple, and fresh spring blossoms. On the palate, it feels smooth and juicy, supported by a refreshing wave of citrus and subtle flinty minerality. 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