Domaine Jean-Louis Chavy Bourgogne Blanc 2022

Domaine Jean-Louis Chavy Bourgogne Blanc 2022Product Information: A savvy choice and a great introduction to the purity wines of Jean Louis Chavy. Generously sourced fruit from vineyards bordering Puligny AC vineyards. Jean Louis spares no expense, shows wonderful perfume and depth for this level and offers a lot of pleasure from an early age. Eleven months aged 3 4 in barrel (none new) and 1 4 for a further seven months in stainless steel. Aged in barrels that have seen between one and five

Product Information:

A savvy choice and a great introduction to the purity wines of Jean-Louis Chavy. Generously sourced fruit from vineyards bordering Puligny AC vineyards. Jean Louis spares no expense, shows wonderful perfume and depth for this level and offers a lot of pleasure from an early age. Eleven months aged 3/4 in barrel (none new) and 1/4 for a further seven months in stainless steel. Aged in barrels that have seen between one and five vintages.

“This domaine is a very dependable source.” — The Great Domaines of Burgundy, Remington Norman

Maker:

The Chavy family has been rooted in Puligny-Montrachet for over 200 years, but it was not until 1986 that Gérard Chavy began to estate-bottle his wines, previously selling them to négociants. Following Gérard's retirement around 2005, the estate was divided into two separate entities managed by his sons, Jean-Louis and Alain Chavy.

Jean-Louis Chavy has since developed a state-of-the-art winemaking facility, complete with a temperature-controlled cellar situated at the base of the village. This allows him to work comfortably while ensuring the wines are stored in optimal conditions. His son, Paul Chavy, has been part of the estate since before the pandemic and has embarked on creating his own range of wines, sourcing fruit from regions including Saint-Aubin and as far as Gevrey-Chambertin. The Chavy family continues to uphold a legacy of quality and tradition in their winemaking, offering a tantalising glimpse into the heart of Burgundy.

For father and son terroir expression is paramount, with wines crafted in a consistent manner allowing the unique soil and exposure to shine through. Jean-Louis and Paul Chavy’s wines are effortless and unforced, showcasing exceptional fruit purity and a clear expression of terroir in each 1er cru. With his son Paul now working full-time at the estate after completing his winemaking studies, the added support in both the vineyard and cellar translates to even greater precision and clarity in every bottle. These wines embody a classic style, aging and developing gracefully over time. Quantities are always limited, and they sell out quickly upon release. So best to grab them while you can.

The Philosophy:

Vinification is classic with whole bunch pressing and 24 hours of settling with temperature control and only natural yeasts used for fermentation. Jean-Louis has not used any battonage on any cuvees for some years now. The average age of vines at this estate is impressive with most vineyards now aged between 30 to 50 years old though some in Folatieres and Clavoillons amongst the oldest planted in 1952.

For the elevage of the wines the use of new oak is restrained with the village Puligny seeing only 15% new oak and the 1er cru’s just 25%. Recent years have seen a move towards 350 litre barrels for ageing to have less oak influence. Unfortunately there are no Grand cru vineyards among his holdings, however his 1er cru’s are located very close to some of the best vineyards in the heart of Puligny.

Nose - Green Apple, Lemon Zest, Honey
This wine is beautifully aromatic, a touch of honey and crushed rocks minerality.

Palate - White Stone Fruits, Zingy, Seamless
Vivid fruits crunchy apple to white nectarines. Wonderful freshness and intensity with a zingy bite of acid.

Finish - Pure, Stony, Hints of Hazelnut
Poised that if tasted blind, could easily be mistaken for Puligny-Montrachet.

The Finer Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal - Chardonnay
Country - France
Region- Burgundy
Vintage - 2022
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 13%