William Fèvre Chablis Champs Royaux 2024 comes from one of Chablis' most respected producers. Founded in 1959, William Fèvre helped establish the modern reputation of Chablis through a focus on vineyard ownership, sustainable farming, and wines that highlight the region's distinctive Kimmeridgian limestone soils. Today the estate is regarded as one of the benchmark names in Chablis, known for combining precision, freshness, and a strong sense of place.
Champs Royaux, meaning "Royal Fields," is made from 100% chardonnay sourced from a selection of vineyards on both banks of the Serein River. The vines are rooted in the fossil-rich limestone and marl soils that define Chablis and contribute the mineral character for which the region is famous. Fermentation and aging take place primarily in stainless steel, with a small portion aged in neutral oak to add texture without overshadowing the wine's freshness.
The 2024 vintage offers aromas of lemon, green apple, white peach, and white flowers, layered over classic notes of wet stone and oyster shell minerality. Fresh and energetic on the palate, it balances bright acidity with a subtle creaminess and a long, saline finish. Elegant and highly versatile, it is a natural match for oysters, shellfish, grilled fish, roast chicken, and other lighter fare.
Often considered one of the finest introductions to traditional Chablis, Champs Royaux captures the purity, tension, and mineral precision that have made William Fèvre a reference point for the region.