La Chablisienne 2021 Chablis Vaulorent 1er Cru

The 2021 Vaulorent is a refined, saline-edged Chardonnay that marries energetic minerality with vibrant orchard and tropical fruit. It offers clarity, precision, and a lingering mineral tension that makes it compelling now and worth following over time.

Origins & Craftsmanship

La Chablisienne is a cooperative based in Chablis (founded in 1923), producing a significant portion of the region’s 1er Cru and Grand Cru expressions.
The Vaulorent vineyard lies on the right bank of the Serein River, adjacent to the Grand Cru Les Preuses, with a southwest exposure. The soils are Kimmeridgian marl and limestone, rich in fossilized oyster shells.
In 2021, fermentation and aging were done in mixed vessels: stainless steel vats and barrels. Wines spend 16 months on fine lees, with roughly 30 % in oak barrels (up to 40 % new oak) and the rest in steel (or neutral oak).
The vintage is bottled at approximately 12.5 % ABV.

Vaulorent is regarded as one of Chablis’s more promising climats, capable of combining depth and finesse, with proximity to grand cru parcels lending prestige and aging potential.

Tasting Profile

Nose: Opens with yellow orchard fruit—pear, golden apple—then shifts toward exotic hints (pineapple) and a floral lift. With time, subtle oak spices emerge.
Palate: Crisp and energetic. Citrus (lemon zest), orchard fruit, and juicy tropical notes lead into saline minerality and fine texture. The oak is gentle: toasted nuances and light almond skin underpin the fruit rather than dominate.
Finish: Long and cooling, with lingering mineral salinity, orchard peel, and a soft toast echo. The saline, stony finish gives a crisp, sustained impression.

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