The 2022 Roland Lavantureux Chablis Premier Cru Beauroy is a finely textured Chardonnay from northern Burgundy, combining generous fruit with citrus freshness and mineral definition. The domaine sources this cuvée through a longstanding partnership covering approximately 1.1 hectares in the Beauroy sector near Beine. Its south-facing position encourages ripeness, giving the wine breadth and aromatic intensity. The estate’s published approach involves fermentation in stainless steel, followed by 12–15 months of maturation split equally between stainless steel and oak barrels of varying ages. This combination preserves freshness while adding texture and complexity, creating a rounded expression of Premier Cru Chablis.
The 2022 offers white orchard fruit, apple and lemon, with a supple middle palate and an elegant, persistent finish. Jasper Morris MW awarded it 91 Points, describing pure white fruit and a softer texture lifted by apple and citrus freshness. His assessment emphasises finesse and length, giving a useful picture of a wine whose appeal lies in balance and detail. The domaine’s broader description of Beauroy highlights ripe fruit and a generous opening, followed by a more energetic finish. Together, these characteristics make it particularly appealing for drinkers who enjoy Chablis with satisfying texture as well as its familiar mineral character.
