{"product_id":"alain-et-cyril-gautheron-chablis-vieilles-vignes-burgundy-2024","title":"Alain et Cyril Gautheron Chablis Vieilles Vignes, Burgundy 2024","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"heading page-heading\"\u003eAlain et Cyril Gautheron Chablis Vieilles Vignes, Burgundy 2024\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cslot name=\"accessory\"\u003e\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv slot=\"accessory\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-InlineStack\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"badge size-base tone-info color-base admin-next admin-next-light\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"domaine-alain-et-cyril-gautheron-chablis-vieilles\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDomaine Alain et Cyril Gautheron Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e is a white Burgundy from old Chardonnay vines in the heart of Chablis, made from 60–70-year-old plants on Kimmeridgian soil. It is a crisp, mineral and saline wine—taut and precise in youth, with the structure and tension to develop gracefully over the next five to eight years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCritic tasting note: (2024 vintage)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Stone fruit, green citrus and orchard fruit on the nose. Good intensity, with crispness, saltiness and a minerally, linear finish. Aged one-third in old barrels. Drink now.\" -\u003cstrong\u003e James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"technical-details\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-secondary list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eProducer: Domaine Alain et Cyril Gautheron, Fleys, Chablis, Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWine: Chablis Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eVintage: 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eGrape variety: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eVineyard: Old vines on the estate, 60–70 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eSoil: Kimmeridgian limestone and chalk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFarming: Conventional, with three hectares certified organic since 2009 and HVE Level 3 certification since 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eHarvest: Hand-harvested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFermentation: Native yeasts in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAgeing: 12 months, two-thirds in stainless steel and one-third in oak barrels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBottle size: 750 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAlcohol: 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBottle count: Approximately 6,000 bottles produced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eCritic scores: 92\/100 — Jasper Morris MW, \u003cem\u003eInside Burgundy\u003c\/em\u003e; 91\/100 — James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDrinking window: 2028–2033 per Jasper Morris; 5–8 years per the domaine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eServing temperature: 12°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"the-producer\"\u003eThe Producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDomaine Alain et Cyril Gautheron is a seven-generation family estate based in Fleys, in the heart of Chablis. Cyril Gautheron, supported by his father Alain, is making some of the appellation’s finest wines in a crisp, cool, classically Chablis style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe domaine farms 25 hectares of vineyards, with three hectares certified organic since 2009 and the rest certified Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) Level 3 since 2020. The Vieilles Vignes is made from some of the oldest vines on the property, giving the wine its depth, concentration and mineral complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"vineyard-and-terroir\"\u003eVineyard and Terroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe Vieilles Vignes is made from 60–70-year-old Chardonnay vines grown on Kimmeridgian soil, the same limestone-rich terroir that defines great Chablis. The soils are predominantly limestone and chalk, perfect for the Chardonnay grape, the only variety allowed in Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eJasper Morris MW describes the wine as fuller-bodied than the estate’s Emeraude bottling, with the same flavour profile and a sense of classical Chablis coquillage at the finish. The old vines deliver extra concentration and body, while the Kimmeridgian soils provide the wine’s hallmark saline minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"the-2024-vintage\"\u003eThe 2024 Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe 2024 Chablis growing season was exceptionally challenging, with heavy rainfall, cool temperatures and widespread mildew pressure. Frost, hail and disease pressure made the growing season particularly difficult, and yields fell dramatically in the worst-affected parcels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDespite these difficulties, careful fruit selection and meticulous vineyard work allowed Cyril Gautheron to retain the freshness, aromatic definition and fine tannic structure that define the vintage. The resulting whites are steely, dry and full of tension and elegance, providing a beautiful showcase for Cyril’s skills and the subtleties of Chablis terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"winemaking-and-ageing\"\u003eWinemaking and Ageing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe Chardonnay is hand-harvested and fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged for 12 months, with two-thirds in stainless steel and one-third in oak barrels, providing additional roundness and a gentle hint of oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThis approach allows the fruit purity and mineral essence of the old vines to shine, while the oak adds a subtle vanilla note that rounds out the minerality without obscuring it. The result is a Chablis that is both classical and complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"tasting-profile\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe 2024 Vieilles Vignes opens with stone fruit, green citrus and orchard fruit on the nose, with good intensity, crispness, saltiness and a minerally, linear finish. Jasper Morris describes a mid lemon-yellow colour, fuller-bodied than the Emeraude but largely with the same flavour profile, and again the sense of classical Chablis coquillage at the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe nose is tender, rich and fresh, with floral notes, lemon, acacia and a subtle vanilla nuance. The palate is well balanced, with a silky mouthfeel, fresh acidity and a long, lingering finish that combines maturity, freshness and generosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma and flavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e stone fruit, green citrus, orchard fruit, lemon, acacia, white flowers, vanilla, saline minerality, coquillage and subtle oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e medium-bodied, full and concentrated, with crisp acidity, saline minerality, silky texture and a long, linear finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e a classic, age-worthy Chablis—crisp, cool and classically styled, with the structure and tension to develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"drinking-window\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eJasper Morris assigns a drinking window of \u003cstrong\u003e2028–2033\u003c\/strong\u003e, noting that the wine is not yet assembled except for this sample. The domaine itself suggests a drinking window of 5–8 years, making this a wine that will develop gracefully over the medium term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFor current drinking, decanting is recommended. Allow the wine 30–60 minutes in a large white-wine glass to reveal its full aromatic complexity and mineral depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"food-pairing\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eServe at \u003cstrong\u003e12°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with oysters, raw shellfish, sea urchin, langoustines, crab, sushi and sashimi. Its saline finish and citrus precision also make it excellent with grilled fish, white asparagus, poultry in cream sauce, and young or lightly aged goat’s cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe domaine itself suggests pairing it with chicken cooked in wine vapour, ham à la chablisienne, or Mont d’Or with baked potatoes and soft cheeses, allowing the wine’s stony, saline soils to complement the dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"collector-note\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThis is a well-regarded Chablis from a seven-generation family estate, made from some of the oldest vines on the property. The Vieilles Vignes is produced in limited quantities—around 6,000 bottles in 2024—and its old-vine character, Kimmeridgian terroir and balanced elevage make each release distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe combination of Cyril Gautheron’s reputation, the Kimmeridgian limestone terroir and the freshness of the 2024 vintage makes this a compelling choice for collectors seeking age-worthy, terroir-driven Chablis with long-term development potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended serving:\u003c\/strong\u003e open and allow 30–60 minutes in a large white-wine glass before serving at 12°C to reveal its full aromatic complexity and mineral depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cslot name=\"accessory\"\u003e\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grand Vin de Chablis Gautheron","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (750 ml)","offer_id":68035755868333,"sku":"24-ALANC-20101RW","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/8829\/8669\/files\/AlainetCyrilGautheronChablisVieillesVignes_Burgundy.jpg?v=1793906363","url":"https:\/\/symbolicwines.com\/products\/alain-et-cyril-gautheron-chablis-vieilles-vignes-burgundy-2024","provider":"Symbolic Wines®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}