2020 Domaine Ventoura Fourchaume Chablis Premier Cru, France

Pale straw with green reflections. The nose shows lifted citrus, green apple and white peach, layered with chalk, oyster shell and subtle hazelnut and brioche notes from lees ageing. The palate is precise and mineral-driven; flavours of lemon, saline and stone fruit are supported by vibrant acidity and a fine, textured mouthfeel. There is both breadth and freshness, with a long, focused finish showing flinty complexity and persistence. The style balances classic Chablis tension with a slightly more generous, modern texture.