Here’s the 22nd installment of The Wine Chef’s December “Advent Calendar” wine series.
Domaine Jean Dauvissat Père et Fils Chablis 2022
Chablis has always been my go-to Chardonnay. I love its clean, mineral feel—no heavy oak weighing it down. It’s crisp, refreshing, and incredibly food-friendly. When I tried this terrific white wine at Shmoné on West 8th Street in New York City, it reminded me why I’m so hooked on this style.
This wine hits all the right notes: zippy citrus, a touch of green apple, and that signature stony minerality. It also has a textural roundness that one expects from Chardonnay, filling the mouth and grounding the wine’s racy acidity.
During dinner, this delicious Chablis handled everything from sweet figs with burrata to earthy mushrooms with ease. Even the bold flavors of the pico pasta with artichokes and the scallops in tomato butter sauce didn’t come close to overwhelming the wine. Instead, the wine brightened every bite and kept the meal feeling balanced and lively.
Domaine Jean Dauvissat Père et Fils is a winery known for its commitment to sustainable farming practices. Fabien Dauvissat, the current owner, transitioned the domaine to organic viticulture in 2014, prioritizing the health of his workers and family. He also began incorporating biodynamic practices in 2018.
Find the wine on wine-searcher.com for about $38 on average.
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