Domaine Lavantureux Chablis 1er Cru 'Fourchaume'

The palate is elegant, mineral, and finely textured, opening with lemon oil, green apple, and white peach. The fruit feels clean and lifted, shaped by the cool 2021 vintage and Fourchaume’s naturally generous, south‑facing exposure. A mid‑palate of citrus cream, pear, and subtle stone‑fruit richness adds quiet weight, while a thread of chalk dust, crushed stone, and oyster‑shell salinity gives the wine its Premier Cru precision. The gentle oak influence brings a soft pastry warmth, integrating seamlessly with the mineral core. As it opens, hints of almond, flint, and light floral tones emerge, adding aromatic depth without heaviness. The finish is long, dry, and mineral‑etched, tapering with notes of lemon pith, peach skin, and a faint smoky‑saline echo. Overall, it’s a refined, mineral, beautifully balanced Fourchaume — combining Premier Cru concentration with Lavantureux’s signature clarity and tension.