2023 Moreau-Naudet Chablis, Burgundy

Moreau-Naudet Chablis is a benchmark example of village-level Chablis made with precision, texture and a deep respect for terroir. Sourced from organically farmed vineyards around the village itself, this wine is handled with the same care and attention as a premier cru — a signature of the late Stéphane Moreau’s style, now carried forward with elegance by Virginie Moreau. This is classic Chablis with energy, chalky definition and a subtle depth that unfolds slowly in the glass.

The fruit is hand-harvested, fermented with indigenous yeasts, and aged on fine lees in a mix of stainless steel and old oak barrels. There is no new oak influence — just a gentle layering of texture and savoury nuance. The wine is bottled without aggressive fining or filtration, preserving its natural character and mineral backbone.

In the glass, it opens with aromas of green apple, lemon peel, white flowers, crushed stone and a faint hint of flint. The palate is linear and focused, driven by bright acidity and classic oyster-shell minerality. There’s a subtle creaminess from lees ageing, balancing the wine’s citrus edge with savoury complexity. The finish is long, clean and quietly powerful.

Food pairing: ideal with freshly shucked oysters, grilled scallops, poached chicken with tarragon, or a simple goat cheese salad. Also excellent with white fish and beurre blanc or a crab and fennel tart.

Cellar potential: drinking beautifully now with a decant but will evolve over 5 to 8 years, gaining richness and subtle nutty complexity.