2023 Servin - Chablis Vaillons (750ml)
The Servin family has been rooted in Chablis for over two hundred years, making them one of the region's most historic producers even as they remain somewhat overlooked outside serious wine circles. François Servin now runs the estate with his brother-in-law, Australian winemaker Mark Cameron, tending roughly thirty hectares that span four Grand Cru and six Premier Cru sites. The domaine's approach favors precision and restraint, letting each individual vineyard's character guide winemaking decisions rather than imposing a house style on every cuvée.
Vaillons sits on Chablis's left bank, a south-facing slope long considered one of the appellation's most classically styled Premier Crus. This bottling comes from vines between twenty-five and thirty-five years old, entirely hand-harvested and fermented on native yeasts. The wine is raised solely in stainless steel tank, a decision meant to preserve the site's natural brightness and keep its chalky, Kimmeridgian soils front and center rather than adding any oak influence.
Aromas of apple, pear, and citrus peel mingle with anise, white lily, and a touch of beeswax. The palate is bright and full-bodied, with fine acidity and a long, mineral-driven finish. It suits pan-seared scallops, cured ham, or a young Comté nicely.