Gautheron Chablis 1er cru “Montmains” 2024

For many years we have known the Domaine Gautheron as a low profile address offering consistently excellent wines in a style that is truly Chablisien. Jasper Morris MW calls Cyril Gautheron “a superb producer making wines in a crisp cool classically Chablis style.” The 2024 vintage provides a ringing affirmation of this praise: steely, dry wines full of tension and elegance, and a beautiful showcase for Cyril’s skills and the subtleties of Chablis terroir.

Montmains 1er cru comes from truly old vines on clay limestone soils, more than 80 years old. The 2024 offers tension, power, fine length, and a beautiful texture, while remaining remarkably approachable despite its density and quality. Jasper Morris had particular praise for the wine’s “wonderful Chablisian energy,” a fitting description of this impressive premier cru.