2024 Edouard Vocoret, Chablis, Le Bas de Chapelot

The Vocoret estate is a family-run project in Chablis, established in 2013 by a duo who gained foundational experience with local legend Vincent Dauvissat. Their Le Bas de Chapelot is made from Chardonnay vines averaging 40 to 45 years of age, rooted in deep Kimmeridgian clay and limestone soils on the right bank of the river. The wine reveals focused notes of lemon zest, green apple, and wet stone, delivering a firm, linear texture with a pronounced saline finish. The 2024 vintage, though challenging, provided a cool and precise growing season that highlights the inherent tension and clarity of this specific site. This is a balanced, transparent expression of its terroir that is ready to enjoy tonight but possesses the structural integrity to develop over the next several years.