The 2023 Domaine Jean Dauvissat Père & Fils Premier Cru Côte de Léchet is a classic Chablis Premier Cru that highlights the precision, salinity and mineral tension for which the Côte de Léchet vineyard is highly regarded. Sourced from steep southeast-facing slopes overlooking the village of Milly, the vineyard’s shallow, stony limestone soils produce naturally low yields and intensely mineral Chardonnay. The nose is bright and finely detailed, revealing aromas of white flowers, lemon zest and green apple alongside oyster shell, chalk, acacia blossom and subtle brioche complexity.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and a tightly focused structure driven by classic Chablis minerality. Flavours of citrus peel, white peach and fresh orchard fruit are supported by saline freshness, crushed stone and subtle lees-derived texture. Indigenous yeast fermentation and élevage across stainless steel and larger oak formats help preserve purity while adding gentle complexity without overt oak character. The steep limestone-rich slopes and Kimmeridgian soils give the wine a strong mineral backbone and long, saline finish, while the 2023 vintage brings slightly more generosity to the fruit profile without losing the hallmark tension and precision of Côte de Léchet.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this Chablis Premier Cru is an excellent choice for customers who appreciate mineral-driven white Burgundy with freshness, structure and strong terroir expression. Particularly well suited to oysters, scallops, lobster, grilled white fish or poultry dishes with cream-based sauces. Drinking beautifully now with some air, though the wine’s acidity and mineral structure will reward careful cellaring over the next 8–12 years as further savoury and nutty complexity develops.
