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Chablis

Chablis is a wine region in France. The northernmost part of Burgundy, cold enough to keep its whites lean, on fossil-rich limestone.

Where it is

Map data: INAO (Licence Ouverte 2.0); Natural Earth

Places in Chablis

  • Chablis Grand Cru

    Seven named plots on one southwest-facing slope above the Serein, across the river from the village.

  • Chablis Premier Cru

    Chardonnay from 40 Premier Cru Climats, typically more structured and persistent than basic Chablis, ranging from mineral and taut to more floral and open.

  • Petit Chablis

    The higher, flatter ground above the Chablis slopes, on younger limestone than the crus.

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Classic styles

Grapes

Producers in Chablis

  • Domaine William Fèvre

    A Chablis estate spanning the full ladder from Petit Chablis to grand cru, with Les Clos and Bougros Côte Bouguerots at the top and restrained oak throughout.

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