Patricia Raquin, Chablis, Vieilles Vignes – 2022

Patricia Raquin, Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2022 is an elegant and expressive interpretation of classic Chablis Chardonnay, showcasing the purity, freshness, and mineral character for which northern Burgundy is renowned. Crafted from 100% Chardonnay sourced from 62-year-old vines planted in Kimmeridgian marl, this 2022 vintage combines vibrant citrus and orchard-fruit freshness with delicate floral aromas, a rounded texture, and subtle oak complexity. Hand-harvested and naturally fermented before spending several months in 500-litre barrels, it offers a beautifully balanced expression of French white wine with both freshness and depth.

Brilliant golden in color with subtle green highlights, it opens with an inviting bouquet of lemon, green apple, ripe pear, white flowers, and delicate citrus, complemented by subtle vanilla, fresh cream, and mineral nuances. On the palate, it is smooth and rounded while retaining the characteristic freshness of Chablis, revealing layers of lemon, orchard fruit, citrus, and delicate stone fruit. A lively streak of acidity provides precision and energy, while the Kimmeridgian marl contributes a refined mineral and lightly saline character. Gentle oak and creamy nuances add texture and complexity without overshadowing the natural freshness of the Chardonnay.

The finish is fresh, clean, elegant, and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of lemon, citrus, white flowers, subtle vanilla, creamy oak, and delicate mineral notes. Its combination of vibrant acidity, rounded texture, expressive Chardonnay fruit, and restrained oak makes Patricia Raquin Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2022 an excellent choice for lovers of premium Chablis, Burgundy Chardonnay, and refined French white wine.

Food Pairing: Pairs beautifully with oysters, mussels, scallops, prawns, crab, grilled or roasted white fish, salmon, seafood platters, roast chicken, white meats, fresh goat cheese, and creamy cheese dishes. Its mineral freshness and citrus-driven acidity make it especially well suited to shellfish and delicate seafood.

Serving Suggestion: Best served chilled at approximately 8–11°C. Serve directly from the bottle rather than heavily decanting, and allow a few minutes in the glass for its citrus, floral, mineral, creamy, and subtle vanilla notes to develop.