2022 William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos Magnum
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| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 1.5 ltr (13.5%) |
| Drink window | 2028 - 2055 |
| Available as of | Nov 2, 2025 |
Description
Domaine William Fèvre – icon of Chablis
Domaine William Fèvre ranks among the absolute top of Chablis. With 78 hectares of its own vineyards, including some of the most prestigious Grand Crus, this estate is a paragon of terroir purity and consistency. Since 1999, it has been led by Didier Séguier, who has guided the estate with expertise and dedication. The acquisition by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) guarantees a future where tradition and precision are continued.
Les Clos Grand Cru – power and finesse in one
Les Clos is the largest and most prestigious Grand Cru of Chablis. The vineyard is situated on a southeast-facing slope with Kimmeridgian limestone and fossilized shells in the soil. This unique terroir produces wines with a combination of power, structure, and saline minerality. Les Clos is praised for its impressive aging potential and its ability to combine elegance with intensity.
Vineyard management and organic approach
The 2022 vintage is the penultimate step in Domaine William Fèvre's organic conversion, although the estate has been operating according to organic principles for sixteen years. The vineyards are maintained with respect for nature, with manual harvesting and minimal intervention. This approach guarantees high-quality grapes with a pure expression of terroir and tension.
Vinification and maturation
The grapes are gently pressed and ferment slowly at a low temperature. Maturation takes place partly in stainless steel and partly in French oak barrels, with a limited proportion of new wood. This method preserves the freshness and precision of the terroir, while refining the structure and texture. The magnum bottle also allows for a longer, more balanced development in the cellar.
Tasting note
The 2022 Les Clos opens with aromas of ripe citrus, apple, and white flowers, subtly enhanced by a touch of reduction. The wine is full-bodied and concentrated, with a satiny texture and a layered structure. The long, mineral finish reveals tension, precision, and an elegant salinity. This Grand Cru combines power with refinement and will continue to develop in the coming decades.
The Wine Advocate Review
RP 96+ . According to the assessment, this Les Clos is a serious and structured wine with the most concentration of the entire range. The aromas of citrus, white fruit, and floral notes are supported by a youthful reduction. The wine is full-bodied, layered, and multidimensional, with great potential for further development. Drinking window: 2030 to 2055 .
2022 vintage in Chablis
The 2022 harvest produced wines with tension, purity, and ripe aromas. Domaine William Fèvre achieved the ideal balance between ripe fruit and refreshing acidity. Les Clos 2022 demonstrates how precision and energy combine to create a wine that is as powerful as it is elegant. It is a vintage that excels in clarity and length.
Storage potential and benefits of the magnum
The magnum offers a slower and more harmonious aging process. This Les Clos 2022 can easily be kept until 2055. As it matures, aromas of honey, hazelnut, and brioche develop, while retaining a salty core and lively tension. A wine that rewards patience with complexity and finesse.
Would you like to order wines from Domaine William Fèvre 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 "Pickup" 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 the full wine reviews from Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator, among others. 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
- Lobster with saffron sauce – the rich structure of the wine enhances the soft spiciness.
- Turbot with beurre blanc – the tension and minerality bring balance and depth.
- Scallops with cauliflower cream – the satiny texture complements the creamy mouthfeel.
- Truffle and Parmesan risotto – the wine elevates the earthy flavours.
- Chicken with morel sauce – the freshness contrasts beautifully with the creamy sauce.
- Oysters with lemon and fennel – the salty notes enhance the wine's natural minerality.
Specifications
| Available as of | Nov 2, 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 | 2028 |
| Drinking till | 2055 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 1.5 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 95 |
| 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:
2027 - 2050
The 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses wafts from the glass with aromas of orange zest, oyster liquor, brine and white flowers. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and textural, it's more and intensely mineral, underlining its role as the most ethereal of the grand cru climats.
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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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 – icon of Chablis
Domaine William Fèvre ranks among the absolute top of Chablis. With 78 hectares of its own vineyards, including some of the most prestigious Grand Crus, this estate is a paragon of terroir purity and consistency. Since 1999, it has been led by Didier Séguier, who has guided the estate with expertise and dedication. The acquisition by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) guarantees a future where tradition and precision are continued.
Les Clos Grand Cru – power and finesse in one
Les Clos is the largest and most prestigious Grand Cru of Chablis. The vineyard is situated on a southeast-facing slope with Kimmeridgian limestone and fossilized shells in the soil. This unique terroir produces wines with a combination of power, structure, and saline minerality. Les Clos is praised for its impressive aging potential and its ability to combine elegance with intensity.
Vineyard management and organic approach
The 2022 vintage is the penultimate step in Domaine William Fèvre's organic conversion, although the estate has been operating according to organic principles for sixteen years. The vineyards are maintained with respect for nature, with manual harvesting and minimal intervention. This approach guarantees high-quality grapes with a pure expression of terroir and tension.
Vinification and maturation
The grapes are gently pressed and ferment slowly at a low temperature. Maturation takes place partly in stainless steel and partly in French oak barrels, with a limited proportion of new wood. This method preserves the freshness and precision of the terroir, while refining the structure and texture. The magnum bottle also allows for a longer, more balanced development in the cellar.
Tasting note
The 2022 Les Clos opens with aromas of ripe citrus, apple, and white flowers, subtly enhanced by a touch of reduction. The wine is full-bodied and concentrated, with a satiny texture and a layered structure. The long, mineral finish reveals tension, precision, and an elegant salinity. This Grand Cru combines power with refinement and will continue to develop in the coming decades.
The Wine Advocate Review
RP 96+ . According to the assessment, this Les Clos is a serious and structured wine with the most concentration of the entire range. The aromas of citrus, white fruit, and floral notes are supported by a youthful reduction. The wine is full-bodied, layered, and multidimensional, with great potential for further development. Drinking window: 2030 to 2055 .
2022 vintage in Chablis
The 2022 harvest produced wines with tension, purity, and ripe aromas. Domaine William Fèvre achieved the ideal balance between ripe fruit and refreshing acidity. Les Clos 2022 demonstrates how precision and energy combine to create a wine that is as powerful as it is elegant. It is a vintage that excels in clarity and length.
Storage potential and benefits of the magnum
The magnum offers a slower and more harmonious aging process. This Les Clos 2022 can easily be kept until 2055. As it matures, aromas of honey, hazelnut, and brioche develop, while retaining a salty core and lively tension. A wine that rewards patience with complexity and finesse.
Would you like to order wines from Domaine William Fèvre 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 "Pickup" 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 the full wine reviews from Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator, among others. 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
- Lobster with saffron sauce – the rich structure of the wine enhances the soft spiciness.
- Turbot with beurre blanc – the tension and minerality bring balance and depth.
- Scallops with cauliflower cream – the satiny texture complements the creamy mouthfeel.
- Truffle and Parmesan risotto – the wine elevates the earthy flavours.
- Chicken with morel sauce – the freshness contrasts beautifully with the creamy sauce.
- Oysters with lemon and fennel – the salty notes enhance the wine's natural minerality.
| Available as of | Nov 2, 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 | 2028 |
| Drinking till | 2055 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 1.5 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 95 |
| 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:
2027 - 2050
The 2022 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses wafts from the glass with aromas of orange zest, oyster liquor, brine and white flowers. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and textural, it's more and intensely mineral, underlining its role as the most ethereal of the grand cru climats.
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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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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