Domaine Goulley et Fils

Vintage 2023

Pure, unoaked Chablis from one of the appellation’s organic pioneers: the Goulley family went organic in 1991, long before it was fashionable. Chardonnay from 30-year-old vines on the famous Kimmeridgian limestone, studded with tiny fossil oyster shells, fermented with native yeasts and aged in stainless steel only, so nothing masks the stony character. Citrus, green apple and white flowers on the nose; a taut, linear palate with lemon zest, oyster shell and wet stone. The textbook partner for oysters, tempura prawns or a Sunday roast chicken.

Vintage 2023

Pure, unoaked Chablis from one of the appellation’s organic pioneers: the Goulley family went organic in 1991, long before it was fashionable. Chardonnay from 30-year-old vines on the famous Kimmeridgian limestone, studded with tiny fossil oyster shells, fermented with native yeasts and aged in stainless steel only, so nothing masks the stony character. In a half bottle, perfect for a dozen oysters for two or a glass-and-a-half lunch. Citrus, green apple and white flowers; a taut palate of lemon zest, oyster shell and wet stone.

Vintage 2025

Montmains is one of Chablis’ classic Premier Crus, a long, exposed hillside on the left bank southwest of the town, known for its mineral character. The organic Goulley family ferments it with native yeasts and ages it in stainless steel only, letting the Kimmeridgian limestone do the talking. An earlier vintage won Gold at Millésime Bio 2024. A step up for seafood: scallops, lobster, or fish in beurre blanc.

Vintage 2022

A half bottle of Premier Cru from Mont de Milieu, a south-east-facing hillside on the right bank of the Serein that catches the morning sun. The Goulleys own just 0.75 hectares there, with 50-year-old vines on limestone, farmed organically since 1991. Native yeasts, stainless steel only, and only 600 bottles made in this format. Perfect for a seafood dinner for two.