2023 Domaine Moreau-Naudet Chablis 1er Cru "Forêts", Burgundy, France
ABOUT THE WINE
Sourced from the Forêts climat within the Montmains Premier Cru sector, this 100% Chardonnay is rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone soils that impart both structure and a distinct mineral signature. “Forêts” is typically more powerful and concentrated than Montmains, offering a deeper and more layered expression of Chablis.
The 2023 vintage highlights both ripeness and tension, yielding a wine that balances expressive fruit with a firm, mineral backbone. Aromas of citrus, apple, and pear are complemented by subtle floral tones and a pronounced flinty character. Domaine Moreau-Naudet farms sustainably and works with a low-intervention approach, using native yeast fermentations and aging in stainless steel and neutral vessels to preserve site transparency.
On the palate, the wine shows impressive depth and intensity, with a broader mid-palate than its Montmains counterpart while maintaining freshness and drive. The acidity is vibrant, supporting flavors of citrus, stone fruit, and chalky minerality that build toward a long, persistent, saline finish. This structure and concentration make it ideal for richer seafood dishes such as lobster, scallops, or turbot, as well as poultry in cream-based sauces.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Domaine Moreau-Naudet is a highly regarded Chablis estate known for wines that express clarity, balance, and a strong sense of terroir. Founded by Stéphane Moreau and now led by Virginie Moreau, the domaine continues its legacy through meticulous vineyard work and minimal intervention in the cellar.
Committed to sustainable farming and careful parcel selection, the estate allows each vineyard site to speak with precision. Their approach—native fermentations, gentle handling, and restrained use of oak—results in wines that are both expressive and transparent, showcasing the full range of Chablis from village bottlings to distinctive Premier Cru climats like Forêts.
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ABOUT THE WINE
Sourced from the Forêts climat within the Montmains Premier Cru sector, this 100% Chardonnay is rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone soils that impart both structure and a distinct mineral signature. “Forêts” is typically more powerful and concentrated than Montmains, offering a deeper and more layered expression of Chablis.
The 2023 vintage highlights both ripeness and tension, yielding a wine that balances expressive fruit with a firm, mineral backbone. Aromas of citrus, apple, and pear are complemented by subtle floral tones and a pronounced flinty character. Domaine Moreau-Naudet farms sustainably and works with a low-intervention approach, using native yeast fermentations and aging in stainless steel and neutral vessels to preserve site transparency.
On the palate, the wine shows impressive depth and intensity, with a broader mid-palate than its Montmains counterpart while maintaining freshness and drive. The acidity is vibrant, supporting flavors of citrus, stone fruit, and chalky minerality that build toward a long, persistent, saline finish. This structure and concentration make it ideal for richer seafood dishes such as lobster, scallops, or turbot, as well as poultry in cream-based sauces.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Domaine Moreau-Naudet is a highly regarded Chablis estate known for wines that express clarity, balance, and a strong sense of terroir. Founded by Stéphane Moreau and now led by Virginie Moreau, the domaine continues its legacy through meticulous vineyard work and minimal intervention in the cellar.
Committed to sustainable farming and careful parcel selection, the estate allows each vineyard site to speak with precision. Their approach—native fermentations, gentle handling, and restrained use of oak—results in wines that are both expressive and transparent, showcasing the full range of Chablis from village bottlings to distinctive Premier Cru climats like Forêts.
