Patrick Piuze 'Val de Mer' Chablis, Burgundy, France

Precision meets purity in the 2024 Patrick Piuze Val de Mer Chablis, a wine that speaks softly but confidently of its cool-climate origins. With every swirl, it reveals the tension and finesse that define true Chablis, weaving bright fruit, taut minerality, and seamless balance into a singular expression of Chardonnay crafted by one of Burgundy’s most meticulous modern artisans.

Product Details:

• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Vineyard Sources: Des Couverts (village of Chablis), Préhy (near Courgis), and Lignorelles
• Fermentation: Stainless steel
• Aging: Stainless steel
• Alcohol: 12.5%
• Closure: Screw cap
• Winemaker: Patrick Piuze

Sensory Description:

The 2024 Val de Mer Chablis opens with crystalline aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and crushed seashells. On the palate, it is razor-sharp yet balanced, with flavors of pear, lime, and white peach gliding across a frame of bright acidity and fine minerality. Notes of wet stone and saline persist through the finish, giving the wine its hallmark Chablis purity and poise. Refreshing and articulate, it showcases a perfect interplay between fruit and structure, a study in precision and restraint.

Winemaker's Background:

Founded in 2008, Domaine Patrick Piuze has swiftly risen to prominence as one of the most respected names in modern Chablis. Born in Quebec, Canada, Patrick Piuze discovered his passion for wine early and honed his craft under iconic mentors such as Olivier Leflaive, Jean-Marc Brocard, and Marc Chapoutier. Though he owns no vineyards, his relationships with top growers and his guidance in the vineyard ensure fruit of exceptional quality. Piuze’s philosophy centers on transparency: hand-harvested grapes, minimal intervention, and the exclusive use of stainless steel for his village wines, preserving the vibrancy and mineral signature that define the region.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 8–10°C to reveal its tension and freshness. This Chablis pairs beautifully with oysters, scallops, or grilled white fish, and also complements lighter fare like goat cheese salad, sushi, or roasted poultry with lemon and herbs. Its clean, mineral backbone also makes it a sublime aperitif on its own.

Bright, linear, and deeply expressive, the 2024 Patrick Piuze Val de Mer Chablis captures the very essence of its birthplace, a wine of precision and purity from one of Chablis’ most talented modern craftsmen.