2022 Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir
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| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (12.5%) |
| Drink window | 2027 - 2049 |
| Available as of | Nov 19, 2025 |
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Domaine William Fèvre
Domaine William Fèvre has been one of the leading producers of Chablis for many years. The estate is located in the northern part of Burgundy, where the cool climate and chalky Kimmeridgian soil create a unique combination of freshness, depth, and mineral character. This geological base, rich in fossil oysters, forms the foundation for the style that makes Chablis so beloved worldwide.
The estate boasts 78 hectares of its own vineyards and has been operating entirely according to organic principles for over sixteen years. The 2022 vintage is the penultimate step in the official certification process. This year demonstrates remarkable tension and precision. Under the leadership of Didier Séguier, the focus on terroir purity and finesse is clearly evident.
The recent acquisition by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) confirms the confidence in the estate's future. The combination of experience, attention to detail, and sustainable working methods remains.
Vaudésir: a Grand Cru with elegance and layering
Vaudésir is among the most refined Grand Cru vineyards in Chablis. Its location in a crescent-shaped valley creates a unique microclimate with both eastern and western influences. This results in a wine that offers a perfect balance of ripe fruit, floral notes, and mineral tension.
The soil consists of calcareous clay and Kimmeridgian rock. The vines' roots extend deeply, giving the wine a distinctly pure flavor and elegant structure. Vaudésir is known for its elegant style, with a soft texture and layered aromas.
2022 vintage, vinification and maturation
The 2022 growing season yielded ripe, healthy grapes that still remained fresh and vibrant. The alternation of warm days and cooler nights created balance and aromatic intensity. The grapes were harvested entirely by hand and carefully selected.
Vinification takes place in a combination of stainless steel and reclaimed wooden barrels. These barrels don't impart oaky notes, but they do provide additional structure. Maturation lasts ten to fifteen months, partially on lees, which gives the wine a soft texture and depth.
The Wine Advocate (95 points, rated by William Kelley) describes the 2022 Vaudésir as one of the highlights of the vintage. The wine displays aromas of ripe citrus, blossom, and subtle spice. Its concentration, purity, and length are particularly praised.
Vinous (rated 91-93 points by Neal Martin) describes the wine as restrained on the nose with notes of lanolin, fern, lemon verbena, and chalky marine notes. The wine builds beautifully in the glass and displays a precise, balanced structure with fresh citrus notes, saltiness, and a grapefruit-like finish. According to Vinous, this Vaudésir deserves several years of aging before it fully develops.
Color, aroma and taste of the 2022 Vaudésir
The wine has a clear, light golden color. The aroma reveals ripe citrus, floral notes, light spice, and a hint of lime. The overall effect is precise and layered.
On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a soft attack and a gradual build. The flavors of citrus, white fruit, and subtle spices are carried by lively acidity. The structure is refined and balanced. The mineral tension is clearly present, giving the wine a clean and energetic impression.
The finish is long, clear, and precise, with a combination of fruit, chalk, and a subtle salinity. The wine is already elegant but will deepen in the coming years. Its aging potential extends to at least 2045.
Would you like to order Domaine William Fèvre wines online?
If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you these when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address. You can read full wine reviews from publications like Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers.
Wine and food pairings
- Turbot with lemon butter sauce. The refined tension of the wine complements the soft texture of the fish beautifully.
- Lobster with tarragon and light cream. The wine brings freshness and finesse to the dish's rich notes.
- Grilled scallops with cauliflower cream. The wine's round texture perfectly complements the soft sweetness of the scallops.
- Cod with fennel and orange. The fresh aromas complement the citrus notes beautifully.
- Veal oyster with sage and lemon. The wine adds tension and nuance to the refined meat flavor.
- Risotto with green asparagus. The wine enhances the creamy texture and keeps everything lively.
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Specifications
| Available as of | Nov 19, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Packing information | Box |
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne |
| Appellation | Chablis |
| Winery | William Fevre |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Drinking as of | 2027 |
| Drinking till | 2049 |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 95 |
| Vinous rating | 93 |
| Tasting Profiles | Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Vol, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Romantisch |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 95
Reviewed by:
William Kelley
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2024 - 2045
The 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens to reveal lovely aromas of sweet citrus fruit, vine blossom and spices. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and suave, it's layered and elegant, with a pure core of fruit and a long, precise finish. Its seamless, classily aromatic style makes is a high point this year.
The 2022 crop is the penultimate vintage of organic conversion for the 78-hectare Domaine William Fèvre, though it's actually the 16th year the estate has been practicing organic. It's a terrific success, exhibiting tension and precision that isn't universally to be taken for granted in this Chablis vintage. Beyond the quality of the wines themselves, the big news at this address, which has been managed with sagacity and competence by Didier Séguier since 1999, is its acquisition by Domaines des Barons de Rothschild (Lafite). I'm sure Fèvre couldn't have found a better steward for the future.
Published: Mar 06, 2025
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Vinous
(91-93)
Drinking Window
2027 - 2049
From: Where Art Thou Chablis? - Chablis 2021 & 2022 (Sep 2023)
The 2022 Chablis Vaudésir Grand Cru has a less immediate nose than the Bougros, with hints of lanolin and estuarine scents, lemon verbena and fern. This builds with confidence in the glass. The palate is well-balanced with fine delineation and cohesion, a welcome sour lemon edge, and salinity with a primal grapefruit finish. Again, this will require time once in bottle.
- By Neal Martin on July 2023
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In the Mesozoic (middle time in earth's history) it was about as warm on the equator as it was on the poles. Ice sheets as we know them today did not exist and large parts of the world were below sea level. Marine life experienced tremendous growth during this geological time. Ammonites, squid-like animals in shells, were particularly abundant in the water.
Ammonites are now extinct and you can only find their limestone houses as fossils in places where the earth has revealed the resting place of these animals. Such as in the southern English coastal town of Kimmeridge - after which the soil type consisting of these fossil layers was named - and the French Chablis area. Fortunately, the chardonnay grape - or beaunois as it is locally called here - benefits greatly from calmer soil. No wonder north of the town of Chablis, where the limestone soils are most fertile, are the steep Grand Cru vineyards.
Here, moreover, the climatic conditions, thanks to a natural shelter from the cutting cold wind, are perfect. They are (from west to east) Les Bougerots, Les Preuses, Vaudésir, Les Grenouilles, Valmur, Les Clos and Blanchot.
The Premiers Cru's Fourchaume, Montée de Tonnerre, Mont de Milieu and Vaucoupin also benefit from almost the same favorable, south-westerly, sun-oriented location.
William Fèvre has always been one of the great advocates of genuine, authentic Chablis. He even wrote a book about it: Le vrai Chablis et les autres. However, in 1998 he sold his company and devoted himself entirely to his vineyards in Chile. However, the reputation and success of his Chablis company and the great wines that come from it would never end.
The new owner was not the first to be the best. It was Joseph Henriot of the champagne house of the same name and also owner of the Burgundy house Bouchard Père & Fils in Beaune, who took charge. Significant detail: since the takeover, the wines of the domain have continued to gain in class and sophistication every year!
Domaine William Fèvre is a wonderful company with an unlikely potential. It boasts over fifty hectares of its own vineyards, making it the largest private vineyard owner in all of Chablis. More important is the fact that of these vineyards, 12 hectares have the status of premier cru and fifteen and a half hectares that of grand cru. Those 15½ hectares of grands crus amount to fifteen percent of the total area. So Fèvre is like no other a reference for Chablis.
The entire production process is geared to translating the nuances in terroir into the wines. Therefore, the greatest care is taken in the condition of the fruit. This means, among other things, that returns are limited. Picking is done by hand, the selection is strict and the pressing is done with 'grape-friendly' pneumatic presses. Vinification is also aimed at a transparent, pure style.
For the education of the wines - usually between ten and fifteen months - (new) oak is used with the utmost restraint. To quote one of France's leading wine guides, Le Classement by Bettane & Desseauve: "Purs, droits, délicatement boisés et subtilements différenciés selons les origines du terroir ..."
The crus benefits from storage. They only show their true class within five to ten years. If they are given younger, they will benefit greatly from carving. They are excellent wines for the table: with fish and white meat and in the most powerful version, even for lobster in cream sauce.
Domaine William Fèvre
Domaine William Fèvre has been one of the leading producers of Chablis for many years. The estate is located in the northern part of Burgundy, where the cool climate and chalky Kimmeridgian soil create a unique combination of freshness, depth, and mineral character. This geological base, rich in fossil oysters, forms the foundation for the style that makes Chablis so beloved worldwide.
The estate boasts 78 hectares of its own vineyards and has been operating entirely according to organic principles for over sixteen years. The 2022 vintage is the penultimate step in the official certification process. This year demonstrates remarkable tension and precision. Under the leadership of Didier Séguier, the focus on terroir purity and finesse is clearly evident.
The recent acquisition by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) confirms the confidence in the estate's future. The combination of experience, attention to detail, and sustainable working methods remains.
Vaudésir: a Grand Cru with elegance and layering
Vaudésir is among the most refined Grand Cru vineyards in Chablis. Its location in a crescent-shaped valley creates a unique microclimate with both eastern and western influences. This results in a wine that offers a perfect balance of ripe fruit, floral notes, and mineral tension.
The soil consists of calcareous clay and Kimmeridgian rock. The vines' roots extend deeply, giving the wine a distinctly pure flavor and elegant structure. Vaudésir is known for its elegant style, with a soft texture and layered aromas.
2022 vintage, vinification and maturation
The 2022 growing season yielded ripe, healthy grapes that still remained fresh and vibrant. The alternation of warm days and cooler nights created balance and aromatic intensity. The grapes were harvested entirely by hand and carefully selected.
Vinification takes place in a combination of stainless steel and reclaimed wooden barrels. These barrels don't impart oaky notes, but they do provide additional structure. Maturation lasts ten to fifteen months, partially on lees, which gives the wine a soft texture and depth.
The Wine Advocate (95 points, rated by William Kelley) describes the 2022 Vaudésir as one of the highlights of the vintage. The wine displays aromas of ripe citrus, blossom, and subtle spice. Its concentration, purity, and length are particularly praised.
Vinous (rated 91-93 points by Neal Martin) describes the wine as restrained on the nose with notes of lanolin, fern, lemon verbena, and chalky marine notes. The wine builds beautifully in the glass and displays a precise, balanced structure with fresh citrus notes, saltiness, and a grapefruit-like finish. According to Vinous, this Vaudésir deserves several years of aging before it fully develops.
Color, aroma and taste of the 2022 Vaudésir
The wine has a clear, light golden color. The aroma reveals ripe citrus, floral notes, light spice, and a hint of lime. The overall effect is precise and layered.
On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a soft attack and a gradual build. The flavors of citrus, white fruit, and subtle spices are carried by lively acidity. The structure is refined and balanced. The mineral tension is clearly present, giving the wine a clean and energetic impression.
The finish is long, clear, and precise, with a combination of fruit, chalk, and a subtle salinity. The wine is already elegant but will deepen in the coming years. Its aging potential extends to at least 2045.
Would you like to order Domaine William Fèvre wines online?
If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you these when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address. You can read full wine reviews from publications like Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers.
Wine and food pairings
- Turbot with lemon butter sauce. The refined tension of the wine complements the soft texture of the fish beautifully.
- Lobster with tarragon and light cream. The wine brings freshness and finesse to the dish's rich notes.
- Grilled scallops with cauliflower cream. The wine's round texture perfectly complements the soft sweetness of the scallops.
- Cod with fennel and orange. The fresh aromas complement the citrus notes beautifully.
- Veal oyster with sage and lemon. The wine adds tension and nuance to the refined meat flavor.
- Risotto with green asparagus. The wine enhances the creamy texture and keeps everything lively.
```
| Available as of | Nov 19, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Packing information | Box |
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne |
| Appellation | Chablis |
| Winery | William Fevre |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Drinking as of | 2027 |
| Drinking till | 2049 |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 95 |
| Vinous rating | 93 |
| Tasting Profiles | Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Vol, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Romantisch |
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 95
Reviewed by:
William Kelley
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
2024 - 2045
The 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens to reveal lovely aromas of sweet citrus fruit, vine blossom and spices. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and suave, it's layered and elegant, with a pure core of fruit and a long, precise finish. Its seamless, classily aromatic style makes is a high point this year.
The 2022 crop is the penultimate vintage of organic conversion for the 78-hectare Domaine William Fèvre, though it's actually the 16th year the estate has been practicing organic. It's a terrific success, exhibiting tension and precision that isn't universally to be taken for granted in this Chablis vintage. Beyond the quality of the wines themselves, the big news at this address, which has been managed with sagacity and competence by Didier Séguier since 1999, is its acquisition by Domaines des Barons de Rothschild (Lafite). I'm sure Fèvre couldn't have found a better steward for the future.
Published: Mar 06, 2025
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
Vinous
(91-93)
Drinking Window
2027 - 2049
From: Where Art Thou Chablis? - Chablis 2021 & 2022 (Sep 2023)
The 2022 Chablis Vaudésir Grand Cru has a less immediate nose than the Bougros, with hints of lanolin and estuarine scents, lemon verbena and fern. This builds with confidence in the glass. The palate is well-balanced with fine delineation and cohesion, a welcome sour lemon edge, and salinity with a primal grapefruit finish. Again, this will require time once in bottle.
- By Neal Martin on July 2023
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In the Mesozoic (middle time in earth's history) it was about as warm on the equator as it was on the poles. Ice sheets as we know them today did not exist and large parts of the world were below sea level. Marine life experienced tremendous growth during this geological time. Ammonites, squid-like animals in shells, were particularly abundant in the water.
Ammonites are now extinct and you can only find their limestone houses as fossils in places where the earth has revealed the resting place of these animals. Such as in the southern English coastal town of Kimmeridge - after which the soil type consisting of these fossil layers was named - and the French Chablis area. Fortunately, the chardonnay grape - or beaunois as it is locally called here - benefits greatly from calmer soil. No wonder north of the town of Chablis, where the limestone soils are most fertile, are the steep Grand Cru vineyards.
Here, moreover, the climatic conditions, thanks to a natural shelter from the cutting cold wind, are perfect. They are (from west to east) Les Bougerots, Les Preuses, Vaudésir, Les Grenouilles, Valmur, Les Clos and Blanchot.
The Premiers Cru's Fourchaume, Montée de Tonnerre, Mont de Milieu and Vaucoupin also benefit from almost the same favorable, south-westerly, sun-oriented location.
William Fèvre has always been one of the great advocates of genuine, authentic Chablis. He even wrote a book about it: Le vrai Chablis et les autres. However, in 1998 he sold his company and devoted himself entirely to his vineyards in Chile. However, the reputation and success of his Chablis company and the great wines that come from it would never end.
The new owner was not the first to be the best. It was Joseph Henriot of the champagne house of the same name and also owner of the Burgundy house Bouchard Père & Fils in Beaune, who took charge. Significant detail: since the takeover, the wines of the domain have continued to gain in class and sophistication every year!
Domaine William Fèvre is a wonderful company with an unlikely potential. It boasts over fifty hectares of its own vineyards, making it the largest private vineyard owner in all of Chablis. More important is the fact that of these vineyards, 12 hectares have the status of premier cru and fifteen and a half hectares that of grand cru. Those 15½ hectares of grands crus amount to fifteen percent of the total area. So Fèvre is like no other a reference for Chablis.
The entire production process is geared to translating the nuances in terroir into the wines. Therefore, the greatest care is taken in the condition of the fruit. This means, among other things, that returns are limited. Picking is done by hand, the selection is strict and the pressing is done with 'grape-friendly' pneumatic presses. Vinification is also aimed at a transparent, pure style.
For the education of the wines - usually between ten and fifteen months - (new) oak is used with the utmost restraint. To quote one of France's leading wine guides, Le Classement by Bettane & Desseauve: "Purs, droits, délicatement boisés et subtilements différenciés selons les origines du terroir ..."
The crus benefits from storage. They only show their true class within five to ten years. If they are given younger, they will benefit greatly from carving. They are excellent wines for the table: with fish and white meat and in the most powerful version, even for lobster in cream sauce.
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