2021 Jean Dauvissat Chablis Bas de Fourchaume

2021 Jean Dauvissat Chablis Bas de Fourchaume 

Bas de Fourchaume is actually located below the Premier Cru Fourchaume, and thus the Lieu-Dit classification. Even though it’s on the lower hillside, it still benefited from the same sun exposure as the premier cru. The vineyards are planted back in 1988. Bear in mind vintage 2021 is a frost vintage, a lot of vines are badly hit, thus the production is vastly reduced. We have very little allocation across the board. Only 2050 bottles were produced for this vintage. However, unlike other producers, due to Jean Dauvissat excellent wine-making skills, the quality isn’t compromised with the frost. Bouquet is rather mild and soft, very atypical Chablis style, accompanied by buttery aroma, implying the oak profile is great. As expected, the wine has gone through a long process of maturation in both stainless steel and 600 liters oak barrels. Mouthfeel is surprisingly powerful fruits with great expression, I like the multi-layer complexity this wine bring forth. Very enjoyable, highly recommended!