DOMAINE DANIEL DAMPT FOURCHAUME CHABLIS 1ER CRU 2023 750ml

ABOUT THE WINE

Domaine Daniel Dampt & Fils, nestled in the historic village of Milly within Chablis, northern Burgundy, boasts a winemaking legacy spanning over 150 years. Founded through generations of family dedication, the estate traces its roots to the Dampt lineage, with Daniel Dampt merging his domaine with that of his father-in-law, Jean Defaix. Today, sons Vincent and Sébastien Dampt helm operations, blending ancestral traditions with innovative practices. Spanning 30 hectares, including 16 hectares of Chablis and 14 hectares of Premier Cru sites like Vaillons, Fourchaume, Côte de Léchet, Les Lys, and Beauroy, the domaine emphasizes sustainable viticulture. Their state-of-the-art stainless steel cellar, built in 1990, ensures precise production of around 150,000 bottles annually, all estate-grown and bottled to preserve the pure essence of Chardonnay. Renowned for elegant, terroir-driven wines, Domaine Daniel Dampt upholds Chablis's stellar reputation among connoisseurs worldwide.
The 2023 Domaine Daniel Dampt Fourchaume Chablis 1er Cru is crafted from 100% Chardonnay sourced from multiple parcels in the Fourchaume climat, a renowned Premier Cru on the right bank of the Serein River. This southwest-facing slope spans Kimmeridgian limestone soils rich in fossilized oyster shells and marly clay, imparting exceptional minerality and structure. Vines, averaging 35-60 years old, are hand-harvested to ensure optimal ripeness in the cool 2023 vintage, which delivered balanced freshness after a challenging spring. Fermentation occurs with cultured yeasts in stainless steel tanks, followed by lees aging for 10-12 months to enhance texture without malolactic conversion, preserving vibrant acidity.

TASTING NOTE:

Pale lemon-gold in the glass, the 2023 Fourchaume Chablis 1er Cru opens with an enticing nose of ripe citrus—lemon zest and green apple—interwoven with white flowers, crushed oyster shells, and subtle flinty minerality from its Kimmeridgian terroir. On the palate, it's a study in elegance: vibrant, racy acidity slices through layers of orchard fruits, pear, and a touch of creamy almond, balanced by a silky texture and saline backbone. The mid-weight body builds to a tense, harmonious structure, finishing long and lively with spicy echoes and cleansing bitterness.