2022 Domaine Feuillebois et Fils Chablis 1er Cru Montmains

Aromas of citrus zest, yellow apple, and white flowers integrate with savory notes of iodine and wet stone. The palate is medium-bodied and invigorating, featuring concentrated fruit and a juicy, dense texture. It displays a signature Chablis salinity and a taut acidity that leads to a long, clean finish marked by a distinct mineral snap.

The winemaking team utilizes 100% Chardonnay from the estate's Premier Cru holdings. The fruit is fermented with native yeasts, primarily in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve the high-toned aromatic purity. The wine matures on its fine lees for several months, which adds a subtle "sweet" grain and silken texture to the palate without overshadowing the sharp structural energy of the vintage.

The fruit is grown on the left bank of the Serein River in the Montmains vineyard. The site is defined by its Kimmeridgian limestone soils, rich in fossilized oyster shells, which impart the wine's characteristic iodine and flinty nuances. The southeast-facing slopes catch the early morning sun, allowing the grapes to reach full phenolic ripeness while the cool Chablis climate maintains the bracing acidity essential for this classic Premier Cru style.