{"title":"THE 2023 WILLIAM FEVRE GRAND CU \u0026 1ER CRU RELEASE","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNow under the ownership of Domaines des Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), following Artémis Domaines’ decision to divest its leases, the estate benefits from substantial long-term investment. Crucially, as Allen Meadows notes, long-time régisseur Didier Séguier remains at the helm, ensuring continuity of style and uncompromising Chablis character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 release marks a significant chapter for Domaine William Fèvre. For more than two decades the estate has been producing fresh, tensile wines that are resolutely classical in style. In 2023, that precision meets progress, with the domaine achieving official organic certification for the first time — a natural evolution of its meticulous vineyard work. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCritic Reviews:\u003cbr\u003e“William Fèvre is one of Chablis’\u003cstrong\u003e greatest wine domaines.\u003c\/strong\u003e” \u003cbr\u003e“A pure Kimmeridgian streak of energy… breadth and depth together.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJasper Morris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e“\u003cstrong\u003eNo other domaine comes even remotely close\u003c\/strong\u003e to matching what Fèvre owns.” \u003cbr\u003e“Powerful and concentrated flavours…\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eexcellent length on the very dry, long finish.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen Meadows\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003eSourced from a mosaic of exposures and elevations and incorporating old vines planted between 1969 and 1972, the 2023 Chablis Village offers aromas of pear, white flowers and freshly baked bread. Medium- to full-bodied, ample and charming, it is underpinned by ripe yet racy acidity and concludes with a long, saline finish. Harvested earlier to preserve freshness, this is a well-executed village-level Chablis.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 points, Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe domaine’s holdings cover 38 ha, and the various cuvées have just been blended, and will stay on lees through to December. Pale lemon yellow. An entrancing bouquet, on the sunnier side but with a mineral undercurrent. Sherbet on the palate along with citrus, good concentration, and an evenly balanced finish.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e89-92 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44153997426868,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/2023_William_Fevre_Chablis_750Ml_Bottle.png?v=1772419964"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-1er-cru-beauroy-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis 1er Cru Beauroy 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The Fèvre bottling of premier cru Beauroy is teeming with wonderful aromas of lime peel and green apple, touched with a bit of smoky reduction and a lovely salty edge on the finish. The texture is lively and fresh, but there is also density here. The grapes come from three parcels located in part of the Beauroy climat called Troésmes. There are two parcels of old vines (up to 50 years of age) and one of young vines. The grapes are fermented and aged partly in tank and partly in cask (40–50%).\" \u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Charlie Curtis, \u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155209547956,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FEVREBEAUROY1ERCRUCHABLIS750MLBOTTLE_1c405891-8119-43bc-a3d9-da999b30706a.jpg?v=1685579224"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-1er-cru-montmains-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"In the hands of Fèvre winemaker Didier Séguier, premier cru Montmains has a certain initial reserve. But with time, the green apple and gooseberry notes, touched with acacia blossoms and spice, open up on the palate. The texture is lively and fresh, yet there is substance here as well. The grapes are assembled from 10 parcels throughout Montmains, including some in Forêts and Butteaux. Séguier explains that Butteaux is deep in the valley and further from the Serein so it ripens later. The grapes are fermented in tank and older casks for 40–50% of the harvest.\" \u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Charlie Curtis, \u003cem\u003eDecanter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003eAssembled earlier today, so cloudy and this procedure also masks the nose. Classic Montmains behind, with the usual reductive grip, yet also some elegance, very persistent. The lees were first class, says Didier Seguier and this certainly has the makings of a first class Montmains.\"\u003cstrong\u003e 91-94 Points - Jasper Morris MW, \u003cem\u003eInside Burgundy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155209875636,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/RANDO31stJun2023-1324.jpg?v=1686122421"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-1er-cru-vaillons-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2023 Chablis “Vaillons” from Domaine William Fèvre is another absolutely classic expression of this fine premier cru vineyard. The bouquet is bright and complex, wafting from the glass in a lovely mix of lemon, pink grapefruit, anise, citrus peel, chalky minerality, white flowers and a gentle topnote of beeswax. On the palate the wine is vibrant, full-bodied and focused, with a great core of fruit, lovely bounce and grip, seamless balance and a long, mineral-driven and complex finish. First class Vaillons!\"\u003cstrong\u003e 93 Points - John Gillman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'Sourced from a sunny, precocious site that is typically among the first to be harvested, the 2023 Chablis 1er Cru Vaillons delivers aromas of beeswax, orange oil, pear and honeysuckle. Full-bodied, enveloping and charming, it is underpinned by ripe yet vibrant acidity and concludes with a saline finish, reflecting the personality of the warm vintage. The wine is derived from 3.5 hectares, the majority of which lies within Vaillons proper.'\u003cstrong\u003e 92+ points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\"The 2023 Chablis Vaillons 1er Cru has much more composure than the Montmains, more harmonious and poised. Light sea spray scents mixed with Crustacea come through with aeration. The palate is well balanced with fine delineation, quite linear and malic with a concentrated finish. I prefer this to the Montmains this year.\" \u003cstrong\u003e90-92 Points - Neal Martin, \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155210236084,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FevreVaillons_f24b3cf4-3071-4a1b-a4ca-642f85e91937.jpg?v=1694479187"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-1er-cru-fourchaume-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e'The Fourchaume bottling comes from Vaulorent, with certain plots – they have 3.60ha here - being used as Fourchaume instead in larger vintages. Lovely bright lemon and lime colour. Fair weight, quite open, a little stony note behind, good length, marl brings the dimension. Extra length too.' \u003cstrong\u003e90-92 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Fourchaume ler Cru comes from a selection made from eight parcels on marl soils. That comes through on the nose: quite stern, more austere than Fèvre's other cuvées, perhaps one for those who like a bit of meanness in their Chablis. The palate is well balanced with a touch of reduction on the entry. It requires a little more acidic bite to develop on the finish. Fine.' \u003cstrong\u003e89-91 points - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis 1er Cru Fourchaume, sourced from a 3.6-hectare, clay-rich, south-facing parcel at the bottom of the slope in Vaulorent, opens with aromas of orange peel, white flowers and oyster shell. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate is fleshy yet lively, underpinned by bright acidity and concludes with a long, saline finish. This cuvée is not produced every year.' \u003cstrong\u003e92 points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155211153588,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FEVRE1ERFOURCHAUME750MLBOTTLE.jpg?v=1685579257"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-1er-cru-montee-de-tonnerre-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis 1er Cru Montee de Tonnerre 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"This powerful, thrilling wine shows pronounced, ripe aromas of mirabelle plum, nectarine and green apple, with a strong underpinning of flinty minerality and smoky reduction. The texture is tightly wound and compact; it's substantial, but not heavy, carrying the wine to a marvellously long finish. The grapes are from 2.24ha in the lieux-dits Pied d'Aloup, Côte de Bréchain (planted 1936), and Chapelot, fermented in a combination of tank and cask, ageing now on the lees prior to bottling. Ideally wait five years before opening and drink over the next 30.\" \u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Charlie Curtis,\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eDecanter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Lemon and lime in colour with a concentrated sunny but not exotic nose, plums not peaches. This embryonic Chablis tightens up quite considerably on the palate, reinforcing the sense of notable intensity. A light marmalade note that is not unpleasant infuses the finish.'\u003cstrong\u003e 91-94 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'There is reasonably good typicity present on the more floral aromas of poached pear, lemon zest and shellfish-scented nose. There is again fine volume and mid-palate density to the delicious and vibrant medium-bodied flavors that terminate in a dry but not really austere finale. This beautifully balanced and surprisingly powerful effort could use better depth so at least a few years of cellaring should be beneficial. In short, this is lovely and promising.' \u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding, 93 points - Allen Meadows, Burghound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre ler Cru is a step up from the slightly underwhelming 2022 last year. Fine delineation, citrus-fresh with petrichor and a touch of peach skin. The palate is well balanced, and quite powerfu though well focused. A keen line of acidity with more sapidity on the finish compared to the Vaillons. Persistent spiciness on the aftertaste. Recommended.'\u003cstrong\u003e 91-93 points - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre unites a solar personality of the year with tension, delivering aromas of beeswax, pear, orange peel and fennel, mingling with oyster liquor. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate is tangy and textural, with considerable depth and a long, saline finish.' \u003cstrong\u003e93 points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155211350196,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FEVRECHABLIS1ERMONTDETONNERRE750MLBOTTLE_6f180b88-8ba9-43af-ba6e-4955cc7b7483.jpg?v=1694479467"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-1er-cru-vaulorent-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e'Pale but glowing, a note of citron confit, an additional depth compared to the Fourchaume. More flesh but perfectly proportioned, fine and elegant, and very long indeed. This should be first class. Flavours will absolutely not go away! As much yellow as white but balanced.' \u003cstrong\u003e5 Stars, 92-95 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Vaulorent ler Cru has a mineral-driven bouquet-oyster shells and a touch of petrichor, quite intense. The palate is well balanced with a pleasant \"bite\" on the entry. A twist of sour lemon imparts tension and gets the saliva flowering. Fine weight on the finish, this should age well in bottle.' \u003cstrong\u003e90-92 points - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Sourced from the upper part of the climat and planted with 40- to 60-year-old vines, the 2023 Chablis 1er Cru Vaulorent wafts from the glass with a deep bouquet of lemon oil, white flowers, orange peel, peach, pear and a delicate reductive signature. Medium- to full-bodied, concentrated and layered, it is framed by ample, chalky structuring extract and racy acidity, concluding with a persistent, saline finish. This is a terrific performer once again.' \u003cstrong\u003e94+ points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Prominent white flower aromas are nuanced by notes of algae, citrus confit and shellfish scents. The succulent yet nicely tension-filled flavors exude evident minerality on the sappy, more complex and more concentrated finish that delivers fine length.' \u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding, 92 points - Allen Meadows, Burghound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155211514036,"sku":null,"price":179.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FEVRECHABLIS1ERVAULORENT750MLBOTTLE_70c6d47c-2870-4f44-8995-7382cb020ad5.jpg?v=1694479618"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-grand-cru-bougros-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Bougros 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e'Mid lemon yellow. The bouquet is surprisingly reticent, but suggests body to follow. The 2023 Bougros has retained a fresh white fruit on the palate, plenty of energy behind, nicely balanced because Bougros can be clumsy, with fine length. Drink from 2028-2036. Tasted Jun 2024.' \u003cstrong\u003e91-93 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from 60- to 70-year-old vines rooted in deep soils and invariably among the richer, more muscular wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Bougros delivers aromas of peach, orange oil, beeswax, honeysuckle and pear. Medium- to full-bodied, ample and fleshy, it possesses a rich core of fruit underpinned by ripe yet lively acidity. It is the fleshier and most demonstrative wine in the lineup.' \u003cstrong\u003e93 points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Bougros Grand Cru comes from 4 hectares of vines. It has a complex bouquet with lemon thyme crushed rocks and lime aromas, well-defined and focused. The palate is very composed and steely, a subtle reductive element here, fine weight with an elegant finish. Not the most powerful of the domaine's Grand Cru, but it has panache.' 91-\u003cstrong\u003e93 points - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'A ripe and exuberantly citrus-suffused nose reflects additional notes of mineral reduction, iodine and apple. The sleek, delicious and vibrant medium-bodied flavors display both good focus and power, all wrapped in a lemon-tinged finale. There is a touch of warmth and this does need to develop more depth but overall, this is quite good with fine upside potential.' \u003cstrong\u003e92 points - Allen Meadows, Burghound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155212431540,"sku":null,"price":242.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FevreBougros_c44f0516-b9eb-4ce2-a55e-4e40002e437b.jpg?v=1694479922"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-grand-cru-valmur-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Valmur 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Valmur Grand Cru comes from the top sector on the incline with a south-east facing orientation on a vein of marl. That scent of shucked oyster shell permeates the nose and puts it above Vaudésir in terms of complexity. A superb reduction. The palate is taut and fresh, more complex and certainly more saline. There's a bi of meanness on the finish, but that is not written pejoratively. For those seeking more traditional Chablis this vintage.' \u003cstrong\u003e93-95 points - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Sourced from parcels just beneath the forest, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Valmur opens with aromas of white flowers, pear and lemon oil, mingling with notes of oyster shell. Medium- to full-bodied, it reveals a chalky core and a layered, textural palate laden with racy acidity, concluding with a long, saline finish.' \u003cstrong\u003e94+ points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Recently racked so a bit cloudy. Blocks the nose. A vast raft of white fruit, very spicy, liquorice notes as well, a volume of fruit over and above the Vaudésir, I can see why it is served afterwards. Quality reduction at the back, Drink from 2029-2038. Tasted Jun 2024.' \u003cstrong\u003e93-95 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Ripe and airy if more restrained aromas are comprised by notes of green fruit, quinine, tidal pool, citrus rind and a touch of oyster shell. Much like the Bougros there excellent volume to the rich, even plush, broad-shouldered flavors coat the palate with dry extract before culminating in serious, compact, youthfully austere and built-to-age finish where the only nit is a hint of warmth. This also has fine upside potential.' \u003cstrong\u003e93 points - Allen Meadows, Burghound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155221639348,"sku":null,"price":259.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FEVREVALMURGCCHABLIS750MLBOTTLE.jpg?v=1685579369"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-grand-cru-vaudesir-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 Domaine William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e'Pale in colour but very vinous on the nose, excellent grip. A chalky grip behind the sunshine. Salinity here more than in the Bougros, with an extra wave of intense flavour, still with a bit of the confit de citron which denotes the sunshine. Drink from 2029-2038. Tasted Jun 2024.'\u003cstrong\u003e 92-94 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Sourced from a rather sunny, precocious site, the flamboyant 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir opens with aromas of ripe citrus fruit, pear, peach and dried flowers. Full-bodied, the palate is giving yet precise, layered and underpinned by fine tension, with a fleshy core of fruit and a long, saline finish.'\u003cstrong\u003e 94+ points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'There is a vaguely exotic quality to the aromas of lemongrass, passion fruit, apple and whiffs of algae and oyster shell. The notably finer though not nearly as powerful middle weight flavors possess evident minerality on the super-sleek, balanced and impressively persistent finish. This borderline delicate effort also needs to develop better depth but the development potential seems quite clear.' \u003cstrong\u003e93 points - Allen Meadows, Burghound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru comes from 2.5 hectares of vines split over two parcels. Scents of grapefruit, white flowers, and crushed stone. A touch of sea spray comes through with time and eventually gains admirable intensity. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the entry, fine acidity, maybe not quite as complex as the Côte Bouguerots. A little more understated on the finish. But this will age well in bottle.' \u003cstrong\u003e91-93 points - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155223146676,"sku":null,"price":269.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FevreVaudesir_4d9a21e2-4245-418c-a510-2e991beab57f.jpg?v=1686122629"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-grand-cru-les-preuses-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'A stunning nose, a little wrapping of seaweed around the stones. Perfectly balanced, then just when you are enjoying the subtlety, you sense the huge block of central white fruit as well. Only a little bit spicy, in fact even quite juicy at the finish. A long-term keeper, potentially a magnificent Preuses. The texture of a silk cravat suggests Didier Seguier. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted Jun 2024.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 Stars, 94-96 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'An airy, expressive and beautifully layered nose speaks primarily of citrus, acacia blossom, iodine and shellfish nuances. There is excellent volume and better mid-palate density to the solidly powerful and intense medium-bodied flavors that possess a sappy texture that carries over to the balanced, long and quite serious finale. This too is very classy and a wine that should amply repay up to a decade of keeping.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points - Allen Meadows, Burghound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Sourced from an east-facing slope that yields one of the racier and more ethereal wines in the range, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses opens with aromas of oyster liquor, orange peel, white flowers and lemon oil. Medium- to full-bodied, taut and tensile, it is nakedly chalky, incisive and searingly saline. The site is so steep that special cable equipment is employed for its cultivation.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru comes from 2.5 hectares of vines split over two parcels. Scents of grapefruit, white flowers, and crushed stone. A touch of sea spray comes through with time and eventually gains admirable intensity. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the entry, fine acidity, maybe not quite as complex as the Côte Bouguerots. A little more understated on the finish. But this will age well in bottle.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91-93 points - Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px; font-family: Raleway, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Negociants Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44155224195252,"sku":null,"price":279.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/1261\/1508\/files\/FevreLesPreuses_1.jpg?v=1772590233"},{"product_id":"2023-william-fevre-chablis-grand-cru-bougros-cote-de-bouguerots-750ml-bottle","title":"2023 William Fèvre Chablis Grand Cru Bougros 'Cote de Bouguerots' 750Ml Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e'Initially a bit restrained, the fruit opens up on the palate with notes of white peach, nectarine and Mirabelle plums, accented with a salty minerality and a hint of spice. Chiselled and fine but still impressively powerful. Fèvre owns more than a third of Bougros; 2ha are located in this unique parcel that rises steeply from the river in south-southwest-facing slopes, producing this exotic, concentrated wine that will live for decades.' \u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Charlie Curtis, Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Sourced from a site closer to the river, defined by a steep 40% gradient and cooler nights, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Bougros Côte Bouguerots is entirely different from the fleshy, muscular Bougros bottling. It offers aromas of lemon oil, oyster shell and white flowers. Medium- to full-bodied, it is taut and structured, with bright acidity, ample dry extract and a long finish. Stylistically, it recalls Les Preuses more than the usual Bougros archetype. Of the 2.2 hectares, 1.8 were planted in 1979, with the remainder in 2018.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The usual lime tint to the pale colour. Wonderfully chiselled, not seeing the sunshine here, just the vineyard. A burst of concentrated fruit through the middle, a pure kimmeridgian streak of energy, breadth and depth together, powerful all the way through. Drink from 2030-2040. Tasted Jun 2024.' \u003cstrong\u003e93-95 points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Bougros Côte Bouguerots Grand Cru comes from steep slopes at the bottom of Bougros, close to the Chablis bypass. Quite taut on the nose, it conveys plenty of tension, citrus peel mixed with hints of vanilla and white chocolate. The palate is beautifully composed with a killer line of acidity, lime cordial, a touch of fish oil, quite intense on the finish that lingers long in the mouth. One of the strongest offerings from the Domaine this vintage.' \u003cstrong\u003e93-95 points, Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'A riper yet more elegant nose freely offers up aromas of white flowers, mineral reduction, citrus zest, iodine and sea breeze wisps. There is fine precision and verve to the tension-filled, if not especially dense, medium weight flavors that exude a bracing salinity on the bitter lemon-tinged, youthfully austere and markedly dry finale. 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Its nose is currently reticent, but its palate is loquacious with bushels of just-picked citrus, pear slices, straw, warm grains and salt farm breezes. Exceptionally fresh, especially for the vintage, this is artfully chiseled on the palate. There are 4.11 ha here—the largest holding in Les Clos.'\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e92-96 points - Jasper Morris,\u003cem\u003e Inside Burgundy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px; font-family: Raleway, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px; font-family: Raleway, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e'Derived from over 70-year-old vines at the top of a south- and southeast-facing slope, the 2023 Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos opens with a deep bouquet of orange peel, Anjou pear, beeswax and jasmine, mingling with notes of warm stones. Full-bodied, multifaceted and layered, it is concentrated and enveloping, with a muscular core balanced by ample chalky extract that imparts a sensation of freshness, laden with racy acidity and culminating in a long, saline finish. Harmonious yet built for the long term, it will richly reward patience.' \u003cstrong\u003e96 points - Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px; font-family: Raleway, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;\"\u003e'The 2023 Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru comes from 4 hectares of vines, mostly at the top of the slope on limestone-rich soils. Oyster shell and light sea spray scents on the nose entwined with hints of orange pith and wild mint. The palate is very concentrated and intense, more so than William Fèvre's other Grand Cru. Very harmonious with a poised, stem ginger tinged-finish that lingers long in the mouth. 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