The 2022 Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos is the flagship wine of the estate and one of the greatest expressions of Chardonnay produced anywhere in the world. Widely regarded as the king of Chablis’ seven Grand Cru vineyards, Les Clos is celebrated for producing wines of extraordinary power, concentration and longevity while retaining the unmistakable limestone-driven precision that defines the region. Domaine William Fèvre, the largest owner of Grand Cru vineyards in Chablis, farms Les Clos organically with biodynamic practices and vinifies the wine with exceptional restraint, allowing this legendary terroir to speak with remarkable clarity. The outstanding 2022 vintage has produced a Les Clos of immense richness, balance and ageing potential.
The nose is breathtakingly complex and beautifully layered, revealing aromas of lemon curd, grapefruit and white peach alongside acacia blossom, citrus oil and delicate white flowers. As the wine opens, notes of oyster shell, wet stone and flint emerge, complemented by hints of toasted hazelnut, almond cream and fresh brioche. The aromatic profile is both powerful and refined, displaying remarkable purity while seamlessly combining Grand Cru fruit intensity with profound mineral precision.
On the palate, it is full-bodied with extraordinary concentration, vibrant natural acidity and exceptional mineral drive. Layers of citrus, white stone fruits and ripe orchard fruits unfold across the palate, supported by a powerful limestone backbone and subtle saline freshness. The warmth of the 2022 vintage contributes generous fruit and impressive texture, yet the wine remains remarkably focused and energetic. Fine oak integration and lees ageing add complexity without masking the vineyard’s identity. The finish is exceptionally long, precise and persistent, carrying lingering notes of lemon peel, oyster shell, crushed chalk and subtle smoky reduction. The style is monumental yet effortlessly elegant, perfectly expressing why Les Clos is considered the greatest Grand Cru vineyard in Chablis. Jasper Morris described the 2022 as showing the "effortlessly superior bouquet of Les Clos" with outstanding depth and intensity, while William Fèvre notes that the wine will continue to develop into a powerful, generous expression with age.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is one of the world's finest Chardonnays and an essential bottle for serious collectors. Compared to the more refined and delicate Les Preuses, Les Clos delivers greater power, concentration and mineral intensity while maintaining extraordinary elegance and balance. The outstanding 2022 vintage provides remarkable generosity and early appeal, but this is ultimately a wine built for decades of evolution. It comfortably sits alongside the finest white Burgundies, including Corton-Charlemagne and Montrachet, as one of the world's greatest terroir-driven white wines. Drink from 2030 onwards or cellar confidently through to 2055 and beyond. Perfect with lobster, scallops, oysters, turbot, truffle-infused poultry dishes, premium shellfish or the finest French cuisine.
