The 2024 Domaine Moreau-Naudet Chablis Grand Cru Valmur Magnum (1500ml) is an exceptional Chardonnay from a small 0.6-hectare parcel in the heart of the Chablis Grand Cru slope, between Vaudésir and Grenouilles and close to Les Clos. The vines were planted in 1978 and sit on steep, deep Kimmeridgian marl, with the cooler, shaded position giving the wine remarkable mineral and saline definition. The 2024 vintage shows Granny Smith apple, nashi pear and lemon alongside orange oil, beeswax, white flowers and subtle flinty notes. Only around 1,000 bottles were produced in 2024, making the magnum particularly rare.
On the palate, it is full-bodied, powerful and beautifully textured, with vibrant acidity supporting layers of citrus, orchard fruit and ripe stone fruit. Green apple and nashi pear are complemented by lemon, orange oil and delicate waxy notes, while the deep Kimmeridgian soils bring a pronounced chalky, oyster-shell and saline character. The palate is broad and concentrated but remains energetic, with a fine mineral core providing tension and length. Vinification in small steel tanks without oak allows the purity of the fruit and the distinctive Valmur terroir to remain at the forefront. The finish is exceptionally long, dry and persistent, with lingering citrus, mineral, saline and savoury notes.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this magnum is an exceptional choice for serious Chablis collectors seeking Grand Cru Chardonnay with power, depth, mineral precision and outstanding ageing potential. The larger format is particularly suited to long-term cellaring, allowing the wine to evolve slowly while retaining its freshness and structure. Best enjoyed from around 2030–2045+, with gentle decanting when young. Serve chilled with lobster, butter-poached marron, seared scallops with beurre blanc, grilled turbot, roast chicken with morels, or aged Comté.
