2024 Moreau-Naudet, Chablis, 1er Cru Vaillons

Domaine Moreau-Naudet is a family-run estate based in the village of Chablis that has maintained its winemaking lineage since the 17th century. This 1er Cru Vaillons is made from Chardonnay grown on the region’s iconic Kimmeridgian clay and limestone soils, with some parcels featuring vines up to 75 years old. In the glass, the wine offers precise aromas of lemon zest and flint, grounded by a textured, chalky mouthfeel and a long, saline finish. The 2024 vintage provided a focused, racy character that highlights the estate’s commitment to transparency and freshness. This bottling is well-balanced and ready to enjoy now, though it possesses the structure to evolve in the cellar for those looking to wait.